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Reinforcing its role as a trusted strategic partner to the Kingdom of Bahrain's industrial sector, the Bahrain centre for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) has completed a comprehensive strategic study titled "Alba’s Energy Transition and Decarbonisation Pathways," for Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on a single site.
The study establishes an integrated strategic framework to support Alba’s long-term energy transformation, assessing potential pathways through 2050. Using advanced modelling and scenario-based analysis, it evaluates the implications of evolving energy sources, contractual structures, and emerging technologies for operational costs, carbon footprint, and energy security amid shifting global liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets and evolving domestic fuel dynamics.
Ali Al Baqali, Chief Executive Officer of Alba, commented, "We are proud of our collaboration with the Bahrain centre for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) on this study, which serves as a valuable roadmap for Alba’s sustainable growth and long-term resilience. The study's recommendations reinforce our commitment to enhancing energy efficiency, diversifying energy sources, and reducing our carbon footprint. By translating these insights into action, we will strengthen Alba’s global competitiveness while supporting Bahrain’s national goals for a sustainable low-carbon economy."
Abdulla Mohamed Alahmed, Chief Executive Officer of Derasat, highlighted the strategic importance of the partnership, saying, "This collaboration lays the foundation for a long-term strategic partnership with one of Bahrain’s leading national companies and demonstrates the importance of strategic research in supporting informed decision-making and anticipating future developments. At Derasat, we are proud to leverage our research expertise to support vital sectors in line with national priorities, strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of Bahrain’s economy, and contribute to the Kingdom’s future aspirations."
Dr. Abdulla Isa Alabbasi, Director of the Energy and Environment Studies programme at Derasat, who supervised the study and led the research team, said, "The study applies an advanced modelling framework to assess future scenarios through 2050 and examine the implications of alternative energy sources, contracting mechanisms, and technology options for costs, emissions, and supply security, while accounting for LNG price volatility. This approach provides a robust analytical foundation for long-term strategic decision-making and supports an effective balance between economic efficiency, sustainability, and energy security."
The study delivers strategic insights to strengthen Alba’s decision-making across energy diversification, operational and financial resilience, and long-term competitiveness, alongside actionable recommendations to advance emission-reduction goals while safeguarding supply reliability.
This milestone reflects Derasat’s standing as a leading strategic think tank in the Arabian Gulf region, and its continued commitment to expanding research and advisory partnerships across the Kingdom of Bahrain and the GCC in support of energy transition, sustainability, and environmental governance.
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