Dubai, UAE – 10th February 2026 – The energy sector’s most visionary leaders gathered
at the prestigious Crowne Plaza Deira Dubai for the Inaugural Edition of the Energy
Evolution Awards & Conference 2026, organized by Next Business Media. The landmark
event celebrated global pioneers who are shaping the future of renewable energy,
sustainability, and innovation.
Among the distinguished honorees, David Zarco González was awarded the title of
“Excellence in Energy Industry – Leadership & Global Renewable Development”,
recognizing over two decades of transformative contributions to the renewable energy
sector.
A Leader Powering Global Renewable Growth
With more than 22 years of international experience, David Zarco González has played a
pivotal role in the development, construction, asset management, and market expansion of
photovoltaic (PV) projects and energy storage systems (BESS) across multiple
continents.
As an early team member at X-ELIO, David was instrumental in expanding renewable
operations into emerging and unconsolidated markets including Spain, Italy, France, South
Africa, Oman, Latin America, and the United States. His leadership helped establish
quality benchmarks and operational excellence standards in regions where renewable
energy was still in its infancy.
Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Finlight Holding, a Brookfield
Renewable affiliate, David leads operational strategy, asset management, and engineering
supervision for a multidisciplinary team of more than 22 professionals. His portfolio reflects
remarkable scale and impact:
● 1.8 GW constructed
● 2.6 GW developed
● Extensive international portfolio management across Europe, the U.S., Latin
America, and Africa
● Expertise in hybrid BESS + PV solutions
● Strategic negotiation of PPA, EPC, and supply contracts with leading private entities
and utilities
Driving Innovation & Energy Transformation
David’s influence extends beyond project development. He has actively contributed to global
innovation platforms such as:
● European Technology & Innovation Platform (ETIP PV)
● BEPA / BATT4EU
● Former contributor to IEA PVPS
His work focuses on long-duration storage integration, digital transformation of energy
processes, advanced technology homologation, and the alignment of operational excellence
with sustainability goals.
With advanced academic credentials in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and
grid-connected PV systems—along with certifications in leadership and emotional
intelligence—David exemplifies the modern energy leader: technically robust, globally
strategic, and people-driven.
Message from Anas Jawed, CEO – Next Business
Media
“On behalf of Next Business Media, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to
David Zarco González for this well-deserved recognition. His leadership,
technical excellence, and global vision represent exactly what the Energy
Evolution Awards were created to celebrate. Leaders like David are not only
building renewable infrastructure — they are building the future of our planet.
We are proud to honor his contribution in this inaugural edition and look forward
to witnessing his continued impact on the global energy ecosystem.”
— Anas Jawed, CEO, Next Business Media
A Platform Celebrating Energy Pioneers
The Energy Evolution Awards & Conference 2026 marked its inaugural edition as a global
platform connecting industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and investors committed to
accelerating the clean energy transition.
With strong participation from renewable developers, energy storage pioneers, utilities,
technology providers, and sustainability leaders, the event set a new benchmark for
recognizing excellence in the global energy ecosystem.
Nominations Open for Energy Evolution
Awards 2027
Following the overwhelming success of its inaugural edition, the next edition will take
place on 16th March 2027 in Dubai.
Are you or your organization driving innovation in renewable energy, energy storage, grid
modernization, sustainability, or clean technology?
The Energy Evolution Awards 2027 invites:
● Renewable Energy Developers
● Energy Storage Innovators
● Utility Leaders
● Sustainability Champions
● CleanTech Entrepreneurs
● Infrastructure & Energy Technology Firms
If you are transforming the global energy landscape, this is your platform to gain international
recognition.
Nominate now for the 2027 edition and showcase
your impact on the world stage.
Join us in celebrating leadership, innovation, and
excellence as we continue to power the future —
together.
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