On November 28, 2025, stakeholders from across Lebanon’s energy ecosystem gathered at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Verdun to discuss the country’s evolving energy landscape and the progress achieved under the TESSA Project, funded by Italy.
Held under the patronage of the Minister of Energy and Water, H.E. Joseph Saddi, the event brought together government representatives, municipalities, private sector actors, academia, and international partners, all committed to driving Lebanon’s transition toward a resilient and decentralized clean energy system. The event opened with welcoming remarks from ALMEE and ICU, followed by showcasing progress in Energy Transition and Green Transformation, including the EDZ and Bchaale Municipality pilot models and photovoltaic integration in the food industry.
During the event, ALMEE presented the draft Guidelines under the title “From Projects to Policy: Building Energy Communities and Advancing Energy Justice in Lebanon,” emphasizing the importance of shifting from pilot initiatives to long-term, people-centered energy strategies.
The guidelines aim to operationalize Law 318/2023, covering legal, regulatory, and operational recommendations, and outlining how energy communities can foster job creation, skills development, and local economic inclusion. A stakeholder discussion session allowed participants to provide feedback on the proposed guidelines and identify priority actions for the next phase of implementation.
