About Us
We are working on the fast global implementation of the DESERTEC Concept, a comprehensive solution that combats global warming, ensures a reliable energy supply, and promotes development and security. The team of the DESERTEC Foundation consits of people, who believe that another world is possible. Committed to turn Vision into Reality, each team member works pro bono to support the mission.
— We raise awareness for the benefits of DESERTEC and the energy-potential of Desert Regions
— Promote the establishment of the political and economic framework conditions necessary for a global transition to renewables
— Support knowledge transfer and scientific co-operation
— Foster exchange and co-operation with the private sector
CHAIRMAN OF SUPERVISORY BOARD
Dr. Dirk Hamann is a laywer that specializes in resources and energy. He is a partner at Rimôn Falkenfort, with previous jobs at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP.
He is a member of the presidium at the Deutsche Gesellschaft Club of Rome.
VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD
Sabir Adam is an expert in investment banking and Green Energy. He studied finance and business administration at HEC Paris. He has been the managing director of Pact Limited and is involved in the JETP - Financial Alliance for Net-Zero. His cumulated transactions exceed 30 billion pound. He advises project developers in selling energy projects.
MEMBER OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD
Frank is founder and director of the German Ocean Foundation, President of the German Marine Litter Association and Vice President of the German Society for Marine Research, founder of Hamburg Climate Week (since 2009) an associated member of German branch CLUB OF ROME and CEO and founder of the famous German Research & Broadcast Vessel ALDEBARAN since 1992.
MEMBER OF SUPERVISORY BOARD
Sebastian Gallehr is an engineer and Co-Founder of Desertec.
He is a board member at the Global Climate Forum, Deputy-Chairman of the e5-European Business Council for Sustainable Energy and Materials and led the ICT Study on Smart Grids by DG INFSO.
He regularly participated in the UNFCCC-Climate Negotiations and chaired the Eco Inovation Panel (EuropeINNOVA).
DIRECTOR
Timo Bracht has been involved in several Organisations and Foundations. He organizes the communication with scientists, politicians and other NGOs.
DIRECTOR
Michael Schröder designed energy projects up to 1 GW. He is an expert in Rating and Project Management.
He organizes the communication with companies and politicians.
Dr. Ulrich Hueck
ADVISOR
Dr Ulrich Hueck is a skilled journeyman for heating systems and holds a doctorate in mechanical
engineering. He works for a well-known power plant manufacturer and is leading there a research
and development project for a new generation of solar thermal systems. He is a founding donor of
the DESERTEC Foundation.
Passy Ogolla
ADVISOR
Passy Ogolla is an African Eco-Activist. She is a member of the Society for International Development, School of International Futures and YOUNGO. Writing about nature, renewable energies and sustainability she inspires change in behaviour and policy.
ADVISOR
Chiagozie Udeh is a Nigerian climate activist. His efforts have focused on UN Climate Action and working on aspects like the YOUNGO, Youth Constituency and the COP - Climate Negotiations.
ADVISOR
Jörg Hoffman has a PHD as a process engineer. He has more than 35 years of experience in plant construction. He is also a working psychotherapist.
He volunteers in the Ruhr-Area in the field of sociatal inclusion (Founding Member of KD 11/13 and Second Chairman of Life Culture Factories).