Wael Elgouhari

A Year-End Insight into Energy & Climate Law

This special edition of Law Update, marking Al Tamimi & Company’s 35th anniversary, explores the evolving legal landscape of energy and climate law across the region.

As the Middle East prioritises sustainable growth, this edition examines key developments shaping the future of the sector. From the UAE’s Federal Law No. 11 of 2024 to advancements in green hydrogen, solar financing, and carbon capture technology, we spotlight the innovative strides and challenges defining this critical area.

We also go into Saudi Arabia’s initiatives to integrate carbon capture into its industrial expansion and Egypt’s AFRICARBONEX platform, which underscores the region’s commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future.

Join us as we celebrate 35 years of legal excellence and forward-thinking insights, paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.

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Biography

Wael Elgouhari is a Senior Associate in the Transport & Insurance team in Al Tamimi & Company. Wael has many years of experience advising on shipping and aviation. He has particular expertise in cargo claims, B/Ls related disputes, logistics, charter-parties, cargo mis-delivery claims, maritime and land transport.

Wael also specialises on aviation liability practice with focus in defending airlines and their insurers. He mainly assists airlines in baggage, cargo and personal injury claims. His major clients in UAE include Emirates and Dnata.

Prior joining Al Tamimi & Company, Wael worked with a UAE law firm with particular exposure to criminal, breach of trust and bounce cheques cases. Additionally, he worked as in-house legal at a multinational company in oil & gas sector in Qatar. Wael has experience in working on contentious and non-contentious matters.