Dr. Alabbasi has also led and contributed to several international research initiatives in collaboration with organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), universities, and global think tanks. His work reflects a multidisciplinary approach that integrates technology, sustainability, and policy to address the challenges of the global energy transition.
Dr. Alabbasi has played a key role in shaping strategic energy initiatives across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), focusing on long-term transformation of national energy systems.
His work integrates renewable energy deployment with emerging nuclear solutions while advancing the use of artificial intelligence and digital simulation tools in energy planning.
He has been actively involved in international collaborations addressing major challenges including energy security, climate change, and sustainable infrastructure development.
One of Dr. Alabbasi’s most significant contributions is the establishment of Bahrain’s first real-time digital simulation facility, the Artificial Intelligence Renewable Energy Laboratory (AIRE Lab).
The laboratory integrates artificial intelligence technologies with renewable energy systems to support advanced energy modelling and national strategic planning.
The project was supported by a research grant of $300,000 and represents a major step forward in the development of AI-enabled energy systems in the region.
The AIRE Lab provides policymakers with advanced analytical tools to simulate energy scenarios and support data-driven decisions for national energy transition pathways.
Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat)
2018 – Present
Dr. Alabbasi leads high-level research programs focused on energy transition, sustainability policy, and environmental strategy across the Gulf region.
His responsibilities include:
- Leading strategic research on renewable energy and climate policy
- Advising policymakers on sustainable energy systems
- Managing international research collaborations and grants
- Developing regional policy frameworks for energy security and decarbonization
- Overseeing projects related to smart grids and renewable energy integration
Dr. Abdulla Isa Alabbasi is a climate professional with extensive experience in sustainability, energy transition, and AI-driven energy solutions. He currently serves as director of the Energy and Environmental Studies Program at the Bahrain Center for Strategic
2026 Climate Fellow
Areas of Expertise:
Energy Transition; Decarbonization; AI in Energy; Renewable Systems; Innovation; Behavioral Analysis; Energy Policy; Sustainability.
Membership:
since 2025
Dr. Alabbasi regularly works with national and regional stakeholders to help shape energy policy and promote the adoption of advanced technologies.
The Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice proudly welcomes Dr. Abdulla Alabbasi as a participant in the U.S. Department of State’s Community Solutions Program (CSP) Fellowship.
