Abeer Allan

Jordanian renewable energy pioneer advancing solar power in the Middle East

Abeer Allan (born 1984) is a Jordanian solar engineer whose work has transformed energy systems across the Arab world. As CEO of Solar Home, she developed innovative solutions to bring affordable solar energy to rural areas. Her company's 'pay-as-you-go' model has provided clean energy access to over 500,000 people in 12 countries, reducing reliance on fossil fuels while improving living standards.

Allan's contributions were recognized with the 2017 Ashden Award for Sustainable Energy. She advocates for women in STEM through initiatives like the Women in Renewables Network, addressing both energy poverty and gender gaps. Her TEDx talk "Solar Power for All" highlights how decentralized energy systems can empower marginalized communities. As climate change intensifies, her scalable models offer replicable solutions for developing regions.