Biniam Tufa

Biniam Tufa is a visionary renewable energy leader now serving as General Manager, Energy at JASBEL Energy, where he will spearhead the company's strategic clean energy projects and expansion across Africa.

Before joining JASBEL, Biniam was the Chief Technical Officer/Deputy CEO of Green Scene Energy in Ethiopia, combining deep technical expertise with executive leadership to drive the country's clean energy transition. His career is defined by his ability to transform complex challenges into scalable solutions, from personally leading the execution of over 1 MWp and 1.8 MWh of solar PV infrastructure to advising at the highest levels of national policy.

His groundbreaking work includes spearheading Ethiopia's first national Solar Water Heater feasibility study for commercial buildings and playing a pivotal role in establishing the country's Minimum Energy Performance Standard (MEPS) for Induction Motors (ES 6892:2021). These accomplishments underscore his unique ability to translate technical insights into tangible, systemic change.

Biniam holds an MSc in Energy Technology from Addis Ababa University. His multidisciplinary expertise in technology, policy, and business is now dedicated to forging strategic partnerships and developing innovative energy programs that will accelerate sustainable development and climate resilience across Africa.