Beyond Energy: Transforming Visions into Renewable Reality

Syed Ali

Chief Executive Officer / Principal Consultant

M.Eng (University of Waterloo, Canada), P.Eng

Syed Ali, our Chief Executive Officer and Principal Consultant, brings a wealth of expertise in the renewable energy sector, backed by a Master's degree in Engineering with a specialization in Green & Renewable Energy from the University of Waterloo, Canada. As a licensed Professional Engineer with over two decades of experience, Syed is a distinguished solar PV expert with a proven track record in engineering design, project management, and technical support.

His extensive international exposure spans Asia, North America, Africa, and Europe, encompassing a wide range of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, biofuel, and geothermal. Syed's remarkable portfolio includes the design, planning, and project management of over 3,000 MW of solar PV projects in locations such as the UAE, Saudia Arabia, Pakistan, USA, Singapore, Kenya, Ghana, Namibia, Vietnam, and Norway. Currently serving as the project manager for the KfW-funded 50MW floating PV hybridization study in Ghana, Syed Ali remains at the forefront of renewable energy innovation.

  • 800MWp Solar PV Project at Mohammad Bin Rashid Solar Park – Dubai Electricity and Water Authority- United Arab Emirates.
  • 4MWp Solar PV project at Museum of the future-Dubai Electricity and Water Authority- United Arab Emirates.
  • 4MWp Solar PV Project at Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Head Office- United Arab Emirates.
  • 3MWp Solar PV Project at the Ministry of Environment Head Office- United Arab Emirates.
  • 23MWp Solar PV-Component 2 – Sindh solar energy board Pakistan.
  • 1400MWp Floating solar feasibility – Scatec Solar Vietnam.
  • 100MWp Floating solar Feasibility-KfW Bank / KenGen Kenya.
  • 100MWp Solar PV Get fit Zambia-KfW Bank, Zambia.
  • 67MWp rooftop Solar PV Project for Toronto District School Board, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • 4MWp rooftop solar PV Plant at CAMCOR/CAMTECH- Guelph, Ontario M Canada
  • 50MWp Floating solar PV project Feasibility – KfW Bank / Volta River Authority (VRA) Ghana.
  • 10 MWH Battery bank at Svalbard Norway.
  • 40 MWp Solar PV and BESS project at Entropy MA, USA.

Syed Ali's expertise extends beyond technical domains, encompassing project management, design, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects. He is recognized globally as an expert in floating solar projects, solar PV utility scale projects, Hybridization (Solar, Wind and Hydro Power), Battery Storage and Micro-grids projects attributed to the extensive expertise acquired on an international scale. His commitment to delivering services with the highest professional standards makes him a vital asset to our consultancy.

Tauseef H. Farooqi

Senior Advisor

Former Chairman NEPRA

Mr. Tauseef H. Farooqi, our esteemed Senior Advisor, is a seasoned leader renowned for his significant contributions to the power sector. After concluding a transformative four-year tenure as Chairman of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) in Pakistan, Mr. Farooqi brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking vision to the renewable energy landscape.

Leadership Achievements:

Under his leadership at NEPRA, Mr. Farooqi orchestrated groundbreaking initiatives, including the introduction of the Indicative Generation Capacity Expansion Plan (IGCEP), the Transmission System Expansion Plan (TSEP), and the deregulation of the wholesale market through Competitive Trading Contracts Bilateral Market.

Educational Background:

An accomplished Electrical Engineer with an MBA from prestigious engineering (UET) and business (LUMS) institutions in Pakistan, Mr. Farooqi further honed his skills through Columbia Business School's renowned Executive Program in Management, Strategy, and Leadership.

Professional Journey:

With a professional journey spanning 31 years, Mr. Farooqi's career commenced at Pakistan's Water & Power Development Authority (WAPDA), followed by a pivotal role in the UK-based International Power. Notably, he significantly contributed to Pakistan's major privatized power plant, the Kot Addu Plant.

International Expertise:

Mr. Farooqi extended his expertise to Abu Dhabi, UAE, where he played a key role in the development of pivotal projects, including Taweelah A2, Shuweihat S1, and Taweelah B Plants, spanning two decades.

Visionary Contributions:

His visionary approach prioritized social uplift, corporate social responsibility (CSR), health, safety, and environmental (HSE) concerns, cybersecurity, and industry-academia linkages.

Academic Contribution:

Beyond his leadership roles, Mr. Farooqi is contributing to academia as a distinguished Professor of Practice at Sir Syed CASE Institute of Technology, imparting invaluable real-world insights to empower future professionals.
Mr. Tauseef H. Farooqi's comprehensive background in technical, commercial, legal, and regulatory domains, along with his transformative leadership, makes him an invaluable asset to Renewable Energy Consultants.