Empowering Lebanon's Energy and Ecological Transition for a Sustainable Future
Sustainable energy is not a vision for tomorrow—it is a responsibility today. ALMEE advances energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental stewardship through science, policy support, and collaboration, working locally and across the Mediterranean to build a resilient and sustainable future
About Us
Founded in 1992, the Lebanese Association for Energy Saving and for Environment (ALMEE) is a non-political, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing sustainable energy and environmental practices in Lebanon, the Mediterranean Basin, and beyond.
At ALMEE, we empower communities and decision-makers to adopt sustainable energy and environmental practices for a resilient future.
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OUR STORY
Founded in 1992, the Lebanese Association for Energy Saving and for Environment (ALMEE) is a non-political, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing sustainable energy and environmental practices in Lebanon, the Mediterranean Basin, and beyond.
Our Vision
For over three decades, ALMEE has worked at the intersection of science, innovation, and policy, driving forward Lebanon’s transition toward a more sustainable, low-carbon, and resource-efficient future.
Our Mission
To develop, promote, and implement scientific and technical approaches that improve energy management, foster renewable energy adoption, and support the ecological transition across all sectors of society.
AREAS OF WORK
Our Directors
Leadership Guiding Our Mission
Provides strategic guidance, governance, and oversight to ensure alignment with ALMEE’s mission and objectives.
Said Chehab
President
Adel Mourtada
Vice President & Director of Sustainable Buildings and Mobility
Tony Matar
Director of Administrative and Financial Affairs
Adnan Jouni
Director of Renewable Energy, Water, & Industrial Transition
OUR ACHIEVMENTS
Through partnerships with national authorities, municipalities, and international organizations, ALMEE has played a leading role in shaping Lebanon’s energy and environmental landscape. Key accomplishments include:
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Thermal Regulation for Buildings (TSBL 2010)
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GRASSMed Green Building Rating System
04
Technical Guides for Municipalities
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National and International Initiatives on and Waste Management Energy
Our Network & Partners
ALMEE collaborates with numerous national and international partners, including:
We are a founding member of MEDENER, the Mediterranean Association of National Agencies for Energy Management,
which unites regional actors around energy efficiency and renewable energy as key drivers of the energy transition.
ALMEE is also an active member of GlobalABC, contributing to the Energy Sufficiency Hub and the Climate Adaptation Hub.
Our Commitment
Beyond its technical work, ALMEE is deeply engaged in public awareness, education, and capacity building. The association regularly publishes bulletins, guides, and newsletters, organizes workshops, and delivers training for engineers, students, municipalities, and professionals.
Our Goal
adopt sustainable practices, and contribute to a more resilient and environmentally conscious Lebanon.”
Looking Ahead
Through science, education, and collaboration, we are working every day to ensure that energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental responsibility become the foundation of Lebanon’s sustainable development.
