#TogetherWeAreStronger
The 8th CBC Global Ecosystems Leadership Days
From Morocco to Global Deployment
— Building Intelligent, Future-Proof Ecosystems at Scale
Launching the First CBC Flagship Ecosystem — Morocco
12-16 May, 2026 I Cacablanca, Morocco
Marking the Grand Opening of
Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen at École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
Organised by CBC, in strategic collaboration with EHTP and ecosystem partners
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Supporting Organisations, and Event Platforms
Meet CBC Morocco Ecosystem Partners
#TogetherWeAreStronger
CBC Days at a Glance
The 8th CBC Global Ecosystems Leadership Days
From Morocco to Global Deployment — Building Intelligent, Future-Proof Ecosystems at Scale
📅 12–16 May 2026 | Morocco
A Strategic Milestone — From Vision to Execution
The 8th CBC Global Ecosystems Leadership Days marks a defining milestone in the evolution of the CleanTech Business Club — building on over 20 years of trusted H2H relationships and, together with its trusted partners, enabling the development and deployment of real clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water ecosystems.
This is not a traditional event.
It is the starting point of a long-term journey — from pilot projects to full ecosystem deployment, built in the spirit of #TogetherWeAreStronger.
Morocco — The First Flagship Ecosystem
Morocco is the first country where CBC, together with its trusted local partners — including EHTP, GFHA and Coreas High-Tech and international partners including Guofu Hydrogen, — is enabling the implementation of its Global Ecosystem Architecture in practice.
This initiative is designed to complement and strengthen existing national efforts, connecting international expertise with local capabilities to accelerate clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water development.
A key milestone is the Grand Opening of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen at EHTP (École Hassania des Travaux Publics) marking the transition from concept to real implementation.
A Platform for Co-Creation, Partnerships and Deployment
At the heart of the programme is the Inaugural Global Clean Hydrogen, CleanTech & Water Ecosystems Forum – Casablanca, designed as a long-term global platform bringing together decision-makers, industry leaders and partners to co-create and implement ecosystems.
The Leadership Days also include exclusive partner activities (14–15 May) to strengthen relationships and alignment, as well as the CBC CleanTech Leaders Golf Invitational (16 May), expanding the ecosystem beyond traditional circles and opening new collaboration opportunities.
A Shared Journey — #TogetherWeAreStronger
The 8th CBC Global Ecosystems Leadership Days is not a traditional conference.
It is a platform for co-creation, alignment and execution.
It is an invitation to partners who share the conviction that:
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meaningful transformation happens together
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ecosystems must be built collaboratively
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and long-term impact requires trust, commitment and execution
From H2H trust to execution — building future-proof ecosystems together.
#TogetherWeAreStronger
Program Outline
Below you will find an overview of the full 5-day Program.
Detailed Agendas, Dress Codes and RSVP Policies are available via the buttons below.
Historical MOU on Establishing the Joint Center of Excellence for Clean Hydrogen in Morocco
“The inauguration of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen at (École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP) represents an important first step in positioning Morocco at the forefront of the global clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water transformation.
It lays the foundation for the next phase — the development of an Applied Research and Innovation Platform at EHTP, designed to build Morocco’s own R&D footprint in close collaboration with leading international institutes, industry laboratories and global partners.
Through the development of advanced research programmes, doctoral initiatives, engineering programs and executive education, we aim to strengthen high-level capacity building and develop the next generation of talent, enabling Morocco not only to adopt technologies, but to actively shape and lead innovation at continental and global level.”
Prof. Jaouad Boutahar, Director at École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP), Morocco
CBC Co-Chair of Clean Water Hub (In Charge of R&D and Academia Ecosystem)
Detailed Agenda
12 May 2026 (Day 1)
Grand Opening of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen
Advancing Morocco’s Leadership in Applied Research and Clean Hydrogen Innovation
Venue: EHTP Campus, Casablanca (Conference Room + B2B Area)
Time: 08:30 – 14:00 (concluded with Networking Lunch in the B2B Area)
Dress Code: Business Elegant
RSVP Policy:
This landmark day marks the official opening of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen at EHTP Campus in Casablanca, positioning Morocco at the forefront of the emerging global clean hydrogen, cleantech and water ecosystem.
Featuring ministerial participation, visionary global keynotes and a high-level leadership panel, the program sets the strategic direction for ecosystem development and international collaboration.
It also includes the launch of global initiatives, notably the Global Clean Hydrogen Innovation Hackathon, designed to mobilise worldwide talent and attention towards Morocco’s growing opportunities.
The day concludes with a Black-Tie Gala Dinner, strengthening relationships between Moroccan and international leaders and reinforcing the long-term partnerships at the heart of the CBC ecosystem.
Program
08:30 – 09:00
Welcome Coffee & Registration
Networking in the B2B Collaboration Area
09:00 – 09:05
Welcome Address
Prof. Jaouad Boutahar, Director, École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
09:05 – 09:25
Ministerial Keynote
“Morocco’s Strategic Vision for Clean Hydrogen, Infrastructure & Energy Innovation”
H.E. Mr. Nizar Baraka, Minister of Equipment and Water, Kingdom of Morocco
09:25 – 09:45
Strategic Industry & Ecosystem Partners Addresses
Pinfang Wu, Chairman, Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment
Mostafa Boulal, CEO, GFHA – Go For Hydrogen Africa
Tomasz Slusarz, Founder, CleanTech Business Club (CBC)
09:45 – 10:00
Global Keynote
“From Research to Industrial Transformation: The Role of Innovation Ecosystems in Scaling Clean Hydrogen and Future Energy Systems”
Prof. Eicke R. Weber, Vice-Chairman, European Solar Manufacturing Council; Former Director, Fraunhofer ISE; Chair, World CleanTech Awards
10:00 – 10:15
Global Keynote
“Creating Global Hydrogen Markets: Industry Demand, Applied Research and International Partnerships for the Hydrogen Economy”
Dr. Stefan Kaufmann, Former Innovation Commissioner for Green Hydrogen, German Federal Government; CBC Clean Hydrogen Hub – Off-Takers Ecosystem
10:15 – 10:35
Introduction of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen
Combined with Launch Presentation
“EHTP Applied Innovation Platform for Clean Hydrogen, CleanTech, Water & Intelligent Infrastructure”
Prof. Jaouad Boutahar, Director, École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
10:35 – 10:45
Special Dignitary Address
“Strengthening Global CleanTech Cooperation: From Morocco to Southeast Asia”
H.R.H. Prince Narithipong Norodom, CBC Chair for Cambodia
10:45 – 11:00
Strategic Collaboration Announcements & MoU Signature Ceremonies
11:00 – 12:00
Strategic Leadership Panel
“From Vision to Industrial Reality: Building Morocco’s Clean Hydrogen & CleanTech Innovation Ecosystem”
Ministerial dialogue with global industry leaders and innovation partners
Moderators:
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Dr. Stefan Kaufmann, Former Innovation Commissioner for Green Hydrogen, German Federal Government; CBC Clean Hydrogen Hub – Off-Takers Ecosystem
Tomasz Slusarz, Founder, CleanTech Business Club (CBC)
Panelists may include:
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H.E. Nizar Baraka, Minister of Equipment and Water, Kingdom of Morocco
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Prof. Jaouad Boutahar, Director, École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
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Prof. Eicke R. Weber, Vice-Chairman, European Solar Manufacturing Council; Former Director, Fraunhofer ISE; Chair, World CleanTech Awards
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Pinfang Wu, Chairman, Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment
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Mostafa Boulal, CEO, GFHA – Go For Hydrogen Africa
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Dr. Jose Miguel Zaldo, Honorary Consul of Morocco in the Basque Country, Spain; President, Unai 3000 Asociados; CBC Honorary Chair for Morocco
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Madadh MacLine, Secretary-General, ZESTAs (Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association); CBC Chair, Maritime & Blue Economy Hub
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Industry Partner Representative
12:00 – 13:00
Official Inauguration Ceremony of the Clean Hydrogen Pilot System - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Followed by:
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Launching Ceremony of the Global Clean Hydrogen Innovation Hackathon
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Signature of the Casablanca Declaration (to be confirmed)
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Guided Visit of the Clean Hydrogen Pilot System
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Press Opportunity & Media Interviews (in front of the system)
13:00 – 14:00
Networking Lunch & B2B Meetings
Hosted in the B2B Collaboration Area
12 May 2026 (Day 1)
The Joint CBC & GFHA Black-Tie Gala Dinner
Powered by Guofu Hydrogen and Coreas High-Tech
Venue: Hayatt Regency Casablanca
Time: 19:00 onward
Dress Code: Black-Tie and National Clothes
RSVP Policy:
About the Gala Dinner
The CBC & GFHA Black-Tie Gala Dinner is the flagship gathering of the CBC ecosystem, built over more than a decade across continents, where the Human-to-Human (H2H) spirit comes to life.
This edition marks the second CBC Black-Tie gathering in Morocco, following our Black-Tie Dinner in Marrakesh — where we began building our leadership family in the Kingdom of Morocco, in the spirit of #TogetherWeAreStronger.
It reflects what CBC truly is — not just a network, but a global leadership family of visionary leaders and doers, united by a shared passion to create real impact.
The evening will feature the World CleanTech Awards (WCA), honouring pioneers shaping the future, and the World CleanTech StartUPs Awards (WCSA), recognising the next generation of innovators — celebrating both legacy and innovation within one ecosystem.
We are honoured that Prof. Eicke R. Weber, Chair of WCA and Honorary Chair of WCSA, will personally deliver the awards, further reinforcing the global significance of this moment.
#TogetherWeAreStronger
“The opening of the Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen marks a pivotal first step in the clean hydrogen transformation of Morocco and the African continent. While the long-term vision is ambitious — with Morocco potentially requiring up to 50 GW of electrolyser capacity and Africa over 100 GW — we believe that even the greatest transformations begin step by step.
This is our approach: starting with concrete implementation and, together with strong international and local partners, progressively scaling towards larger industrial ecosystems.
Morocco has a unique opportunity to become a continental hub for clean hydrogen and cleantech, combining production, manufacturing and innovation.
This transformation is not about competition, but about collaboration — and by working together, we can accelerate impact and create long-term value for Morocco and Africa. #TogetherWeAreStronger.”
Mostafa Boulal, CEO at Go For Hydrogen Africa (GFHA)
CBC Co-Chair for Morocco; CBC Co-Chair of Clean Water Hub (In Charge of Africa)
CEO at COREAS High-Tech
Detailed Agenda
13 May 2026 (Day 2)
The Inaugural Global CleanTech, Clean Hydrogen, & Clean Water Ecosystems Forum – Casablanca
Future-Proofing Intelligent Ecosystems Through Innovation, AI and Global Collaboration
Co-hosted by CBC & EHTP
Venue: EHTP Campus, Casablanca (Conference Room + B2B Area)
Time: 09:30 – 17:30 (TBC)
Dress Code: Business Elegant
RSVP Policy: Request VIP Invitation
The Global Clean Hydrogen, CleanTech & Water Ecosystems Forum – Casablanca is designed as a long-term annual platform to unite stakeholders across sectors and geographies — from Morocco and Africa to the global stage.
Morocco has been selected as the first CBC flagship ecosystem, with the ambition to develop a world-class reference model demonstrating how #TogetherWeAreStronger collaboration can translate vision into real implementation. In this context, the Forum is not a one-off event, but a platform that will follow progress, support ecosystem development, and continuously connect Morocco with global partners and other emerging regions.
Co-hosted with École Hassania des Travaux Publics (EHTP), a leading engineering academic institution, the Forum highlights the critical role of innovation and academia–industry collaboration in accelerating clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water transformation.
Bringing together leaders from industry, government, finance and innovation, the Forum focuses on advancing clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water markets, enabling off-takers and financing, and developing integrated ecosystems across energy, water, storage and AI.
Through strategic discussions, technology showcases and key initiative launches — including the CBC Clean Hydrogen Off-Takers Hub — the Forum aims to align efforts, strengthen partnerships and ignite coordinated action.
We believe that by working hand in hand, and leveraging the power of AI and digitalisation, this platform can play a catalytic role in accelerating the transformation towards intelligent, future-proof ecosystems.
Notes: Speakers list will be updated shortly
Program
09:00 – 09:30
Welcome Coffee & Registration
Networking in the B2B Area
09:30 – 09:45
Opening Session
From Vision to Implementation — Building the Morocco Clean Hydrogen, CleanTech & Water Ecosystem
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Welcome by CBC & EHTP
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Introduction to the Global Ecosystems Forum
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Forum objectives and ecosystem development roadmap
09:45 – 11:00
Session 1
Building Morocco as a Global Clean Hydrogen, CleanTech and Industrial Ecosystem Hub
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Morocco’s roadmap for clean hydrogen, cleantech, clean water infrastructure and industrial development
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Role of research, industry, investors and ecosystem partnerships
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Building Morocco as a bridge between Europe, Africa and global clean energy markets
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Industrial ecosystem development and localisation opportunities
11:00 – 12:00
Session 2
Technology, Innovation and Industry Solutions for the Morocco Ecosystem
CBC Ecosystem Partners – Technology and Industry Solutions Showcase
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Hydrogen technologies
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Energy storage systems
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Water and desalination technologies
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Solar and hybrid energy systems
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Infrastructure and mobility solutions
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Digital and AI solutions for energy systems
12:00 – 13:15
Session 3
Clean Hydrogen Markets, Industrial Off-Takers and Financing — Making Projects Bankable
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Global hydrogen demand and industrial off-takers
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Project bankability and financing structures
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International hydrogen corridors and export markets
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Role of applied research and innovation in reducing project costs
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Launch of the CBC Off-Takers Hub
13:15 – 14:15
Networking Lunch & B2B Meetings
14:15 – 15:30
Session 4
Energy, Water, Storage and AI — Towards Intelligent Integrated Infrastructure Systems
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Integration of renewable energy, hydrogen, storage and water systems
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AI, digitalisation and intelligent infrastructure
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Desalination, water treatment and energy-water nexus
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Smart grids and energy system optimisation
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Future intelligent industrial and infrastructure ecosystems
15:30 – 15:45
Coffee Break & Networking
15:45 – 16:45
Session 5
Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Industrial Development — From Projects to Industrial Ecosystems
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Morocco as manufacturing and industrial hub
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Infrastructure development including ports, logistics and transmission
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Industrial clusters and ecosystem development
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World Cup 2030 infrastructure and green infrastructure opportunities
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Dakhla, Tanger and industrial zones as future energy and industrial hubs
16:45 – 17:00
Session 6
Partnership Announcements and Ecosystem Implementation Roadmap
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MoU announcements
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Research collaborations
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Applied innovation projects
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Launch of CBC Clean Hydrogen Off-Takers Hub initiatives
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International collaboration initiatives
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Casablanca Ecosystem implementation roadmap
17:00 onwards
Networking Reception
B2B Area
#TogetherWeAreStronger
“The CBC Morocco Ecosystem represents our first flagship implementation — and it is a true honour to bring together our global network of trust, built over more than 20 years, to work hand in hand with the brightest minds and leaders in Morocco.
This initiative is not only about developing projects or building business — it is about creating real impact, empowering people, and contributing together to a better, more sustainable future.
Because in the end, what truly matters is not what we build alone, but what we build together — #TogetherWeAreStronger.”
Tomasz Slusarz, Founder & Vision Streamliner at the CleanTech Business Club
Visiting CBC Morocco Ecosystem International Partners
Detailed Agenda
14 May 2026 (Day 3)
CBC Morocco Ecosystem Partners Visit to Rabat
Government, Institutions & National Ecosystem Meetings
#TogetherWeAreStronger
The goal of Day 3 is to engage directly with key national institutions and ecosystem stakeholders, strengthening alignment between Morocco’s strategic priorities and the emerging clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water ecosystem.
It is designed to deepen collaboration, advance concrete projects and reinforce partnerships at national level — positioning Morocco as a coordinated and forward-looking ecosystem.
In the spirit of #TogetherWeAreStronger, the day supports building long-term relationships and ensuring that global expertise and local leadership are effectively connected to accelerate implementation.
Program
Proposed Visits:
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MASEN
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IRESEN
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Ministry / Government Meetings (to be confirmed)
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Rabat City Visit
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Evening CBC Family Dinner
Purpose of the Day:
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Meetings with national institutions
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Discussion of ecosystem projects and cooperation
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Strengthening collaboration with Moroccan ecosystem partners
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Strategic discussions on hydrogen, water, infrastructure and innovation projects
Detailed Agenda
15 May 2026 (Day 4)
CBC Morocco Ecosystem Partners Team Building Day Casablanca
Informal B2B Meetings & Ecosystem Development Discussions
#TogetherWeAreStronger
The goal of Day 4 is to strengthen the Human-to-Human (H2H) foundations of the CBC Morocco ecosystem, recognising that long-term impact is built through trust, relationships and shared vision.
In a more informal and collaborative setting, the day is designed to deepen connections, align priorities and advance partnerships — because ultimately, ecosystems are built by people who build together.
Program
Focus of the Day:
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Visiting Casablanca
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Informal partner meetings
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Ecosystem development discussions
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Project discussions and collaboration planning
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Partner networking
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Strengthening CBC Morocco ecosystem relationships
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Informal business meetings and partnership discussions
Detailed Agenda
16 May 2026 (Day 5)
CBC Morocco CleanTech Leaders Golf Invitational
“Honouring Legacy, Shaping the Regenerative Future – Together on the Road to the Global CleanTech Leaders Golf Cup”
Featuring the Inauguration of the CBC Global CleanTech Golf Clubs Alliance by H.R.H. Prince Narithipong Norodom of Cambodia
The Golf Invitational is designed to build trust-based relationships and long-term partnerships in a relaxed, high-level setting, connecting CleanTech leaders with business decision-makers beyond traditional industry circles.
In the spirit of #TogetherWeAreStronger, it strengthens the human-to-human foundation essential for ecosystem development.
The initiative — originally envisioned by Mostafa Boulal, CBC Chair for Morocco and a passionate golfer — also marks the launch of the CBC Global CleanTech Golf Clubs Alliance, chaired by H.R.H. Prince Narithipong Norodom of Cambodia, creating a new global platform to connect with business leaders and introduce clean hydrogen, cleantech and clean water solutions into golf and hospitality ecosystems worldwide.
Program
Focus of the Day:
• Relationship-building in an informal, high-trust environment
• Engagement with business leaders beyond CleanTech sectors
• Development of new partnerships and opportunities
• Strengthening CBC Morocco ecosystem connections
• Launch of the CBC Global CleanTech Golf Clubs Alliance
Where Business Meets Trust Beyond the Boardroom
High Level Committee & Speakers
Role in CleanTech Business Club
Prof. Eicke R. Weber
Position & Company
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