Omar Al-Rosan
Bseisu Scholar at Imperial College London, 2024
Two and a half years have passed since I completed my Master’s in Sustainable Energy Futures at Imperial College London, made possible through the generous support of the Bseisu Foundation. Graduating with distinction remains one of my proudest and most meaningful achievements, which I continue to hold close to my heart.
As an aspiring energy policymaker hoping to leave a meaningful impact, the Sustainable Energy Futures program offered me the ideal foundation to grow as a future energy leader. It provided me with a robust understanding of decarbonization technologies and policymaking across various sectors. Beyond the technical knowledge, I deeply valued the opportunity to refine my research, analytical, and communication skills—lifelong tools that continue to drive my career growth.
Following my graduation, I returned to my role at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Government of Jordan. Equipped with the insights and skills gained at Imperial, I proudly contributed to Jordan’s energy transition by helping to formulate key policies and plans surrounding renewable energy, energy efficiency, and electric mobility.
After a highly rewarding five and a half years at the Ministry, I felt ready to expand my impact, broaden my perspectives, and take on new challenges. Applying the confidence gained as an Imperial graduate, I sought out top-tier opportunities and recently accepted a new position as a Senior Specialist at the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE). Because RCREEE acts as the technical arm for the League of Arab States, this role enables me to support the development of sustainable energy policies and regulatory frameworks for member states, conducting technical assessments to identify regional opportunities for advancement.
Ultimately, my goal is to return to the Government of Jordan in a leadership capacity, where I can strengthen our national energy security and boost socio-economic development through the promotion of sustainable energy practices.
To achieve this, I am actively seeking to deepen my expertise in economic policy. I firmly believe that an effective policymaker must possess a strong economic foundation to accurately measure the impact of their initiatives. With this in mind, I am currently planning to pursue a PhD in Energy Policymaking—with a particular focus on its interplay with economics—or complete a second Master’s degree where core economic concepts are heavily integrated into the curriculum.
Receiving the scholarship from the Bseisu Foundation has been a life-changing opportunity. I will always be genuinely grateful for the Foundation's belief in my potential, and I am actively seeking ways to give back to my community to keep that cycle of good going.