Karim Elgendy

Karim Elgendy is an expert on energy transitions and climate policy in the Middle East and North Africa. His research examines the intersection of climate diplomacy, energy geopolitics, and sustainable development across the region. 

Elgendy has specialist knowledge of energy and climate policies in several key areas including Syria and the Levant, Israel and Palestine, Egypt, Turkey, and the Gulf states. His research focuses on how these regions navigate energy transition and climate change impacts within shifting geopolitical landscapes.

Karim’s work focuses on the ways in which regional and global power dynamics influence climate action and energy policy implementation.

Elgendy regularly advises policymakers, diplomatic services, and international organizations on climate policy and sustainability strategies specific to MENA countries. He is a prolific author, with publications in leading outlets addressing topics such as Eastern Mediterranean energy geopolitics, Gulf transitions, and regional climate governance.

Elgendy is also a frequent speaker at high-level forums. He is regularly interviewed and quoted by broadcast, print and digital media, and has appeared in most mainstream media outlets.