Dubai, UAE – 10th February 2026
Naphtal Haya, Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) specialist and Practice Lead at DNV,
has been awarded the prestigious “Excellence in Energy Industry – Leaders:
Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering” at the Inaugural Edition of the Energy
Evolution Awards & Conference 2026, held at the esteemed Crowne Plaza Deira, Dubai.
The Energy Evolution Awards & Conference 2026 marked a significant milestone in
recognizing global leaders who are accelerating innovation, resilience, and sustainability
across the energy ecosystem.
Advancing the Future of Long-Duration Energy Storage
As the global energy transition accelerates, long-duration energy storage has emerged as a
critical enabler of grid reliability and deep decarbonization. Naphtal Haya has positioned
himself at the forefront of this transformation.
At DNV, he leads initiatives focused on advancing bankable, scalable, and safe energy
storage solutions beyond lithium-ion, helping utilities, investors, and developers evaluate
and deploy next-generation storage technologies.
His expertise spans:
● Technical due diligence
● Utility-scale storage safety standards
● Project financing and commercialization
● Grid integration strategy
● Risk assessment and performance validation
With a strong foundation as a Harvard University graduate (Cum Laude), Naphtal
combines analytical rigor with practical deployment expertise—bridging engineering
excellence with financial viability.
Engineering a Just and Inclusive Energy Transition
Beyond technical leadership, Naphtal is an advocate for a just energy transition,
emphasizing equitable access to clean energy and resilient infrastructure across global
markets.
His work ensures that emerging storage technologies are not only innovative but also
commercially viable, safe, and accessible—helping energy systems move beyond
short-duration solutions toward sustainable, long-term reliability.
The Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering Leadership Award recognizes Naphtal
Haya’s outstanding contribution to advancing long-duration storage and strengthening the
technical foundation of a low-carbon energy future.
Message from Anas Jawed, CEO of Next Business
Media
Anas Jawed, CEO of Next Business Media, congratulated Naphtal Haya on his
achievement:
“Naphtal Haya represents the next generation of engineering leadership driving
the global energy transition. His work in long-duration energy storage is critical
to enabling reliable, scalable, and financially viable clean energy systems. By
combining technical excellence with a commitment to equitable access, he is
helping shape a truly sustainable energy future. We are proud to honor his
contributions at the inaugural Energy Evolution Awards & Conference 2026.”
Nominations Now Open for Energy
Evolution Awards & Conference 2027
Following the remarkable success of its inaugural edition, the Energy Evolution Awards &
Conference will return to Dubai on 16th March 2027.
Energy engineers, innovators, storage specialists, renewable leaders, policymakers, and
sustainability champions are invited to submit nominations for global recognition.
If you are:
● Advancing energy storage innovation
● Engineering scalable clean energy systems
● Driving bankable renewable infrastructure projects
● Contributing to a just and inclusive energy transition
This is your opportunity to gain international visibility and be recognized among the world’s
leading energy pioneers.
Submit your nomination today for the Energy Evolution Awards & Conference 2027
and join the leaders building tomorrow’s sustainable energy systems.
Dubai will once again convene the minds engineering the future of energy — will you be
next?
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