MESIA

What MESIA does

MESIA (Middle East Solar Industry Association) is a Dubai-based non-profit, non-governmental industry association founded in 2009 that convenes stakeholders across the MENA solar value chain. The organization serves over 80 member organizations — spanning EPCs, integrators, component manufacturers, investors, financial advisors, law firms, technical consultants, and industry media — along with individual consultants, academic institutions, and startups, supported by a core team of 6–10 staff and 7 regional representatives across India, Iraq, Morocco, UAE, Algeria, China, and KSA.

Its service portfolio centers on five pillars: (1) events and webinars (monthly workshops, conferences, briefings, and a country-level Spotlight series covering MENA markets such as Kuwait, Morocco, and Algeria), (2) the annual MESIA Solar Awards (now in its 15th edition, 2026), (3) research and market intelligence (flagship Solar Outlook Report, Mid-Year Report, and member-led whitepapers), (4) member services (exclusive tenders database, membership directory, MESIA Chats interview series, and the Future Solar Talent CSR program), and (5) advocacy and partnerships with international bodies including IRENA, Global Solar Council, SEIA, and Solar Power Europe. The underlying platform is a GlueUp-powered member portal with a WordPress-based content site; no proprietary technology is developed.

Revenue is generated through tiered annual membership fees (AED 250 for students up to AED 19,550 for partner members, with up to 50% discounts for member companies in Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, and North Africa), event sponsorship and ticket sales, and research/report licensing. The go-to-market is hybrid: event-driven community building, direct membership sales through the website, and referral-based recruitment through existing legacy and partner members.

Name

MESIA

Legal name

Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA)

Website

https://mesia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MESIA is a Dubai-based non-profit industry association founded in 2009 that convenes over 80 member organizations across the MENA solar value chain, delivering events, research reports, awards, policy advocacy, and member services to solar industry stakeholders.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Industry Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Environment, Climate & Sustainable Development IGOs (BPADAAAI)

Keywords

• Solar industry association
• Solar market intelligence
• Renewable energy networking
• Solar industry events
• MENA solar advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: MESIA generates revenue through annual membership fees from corporate, partner, individual consultant, startup, and academic institution members. Membership tiers range from AED 250 (students) to AED 19,550 (partner members) annually.
2. Event Revenue: Revenue from organizing and sponsoring solar-focused workshops, webinars, conferences, and the annual MESIA Solar Awards ceremony.
3. Research Reports: MESIA produces and distributes industry reports including the flagship Solar Outlook Report, Mid-Year Report, and member-led research on market trends, technologies, and best practices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

MESIA is a non-profit industry association that convenes stakeholders across the MENA solar value chain through tiered membership packages (Individual, Student, Corporate, Partner, Academic, Startup). It delivers value to members via monthly workshops and webinars, the annual MESIA Solar Awards ceremony, the flagship Solar Outlook Report and research papers, the MESIA Chats interview series, the Future Solar Talent Program, a member-only Tenders Database, and a Membership Directory.

Product overview

MESIA (Middle East Solar Industry Association) is a non-profit industry association, not a product company. It operates as a unified platform offering member services including events & webinars, the MESIA Solar Awards, research reports (including the flagship Solar Outlook Report), MESIA Chats interview series, the Future Solar Talent Program, monthly newsletters, a tenders database, and a membership directory. These services are provided through tiered membership packages and are designed to serve the MENA solar industry's networking, education, and market intelligence needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MESIA Solar Awards: One of the region's longest-standing platforms dedicated to recognizing excellence in the solar and renewable energy sector across MENA, now marking its 15th edition in 2026
• MESIA Chats
• MESIA Future Solar Talent Program
• Solar Outlook Report
• MESIA Solar Insights
• Spotlight on MENA Solar Energy Markets

Products and services

• Membership Packages Tiered membership packages (Individual Consultant AED 2,450/year, Student AED 250/year, Corporate AED 9,200/year, Partner AED 19,550/year, Academic Institution AED 4,500/year, Startup & Innovations AED 4,800/year) providing access to MESIA events, tender information, social media promotion, speaking opportunities, and member directory inclusion for solar industry professionals and companies across the MENA region.
• MESIA Events & Webinars Monthly solar-focused workshops, conferences, briefings, and webinars featuring expert insights, market spotlights on MENA countries, and interactive Q&A sessions for the solar professional community. Examples include Spotlight on MENA Solar Energy Markets series covering Algeria, Kuwait, Morocco, and others.
• MESIA Solar Awards One of the MENA region's longest-standing award platforms recognizing excellence in solar and renewable energy across categories including projects, technology, individuals, consultancies, and startups. Now in its 15th edition in 2026.
• Solar Outlook Report MESIA's flagship annual analysis of the MENA solar energy market, recognized as the region's benchmark solar report providing data-driven insights, market trends, and forward-looking analysis for stakeholders.
• Research Papers & Reports Industry insights and member-led research including the Mid-Year Report and whitepapers on topics such as TOPCon reliability, desert PV solutions, and Iraq solar outlook.
• MESIA Chats An online interview series featuring solar and renewable energy experts sharing perspectives on current market conditions, business strategies, and industry outlook across the MENA region.
• Future Solar Talent Program A CSR-driven initiative that connects MESIA Academic Institution Members with companies offering internship opportunities, supporting the development of young solar professionals and industry growth.
• Monthly Newsletter (MESIA Solar Briefing) Monthly newsletter providing members with latest news, events, member updates, and upcoming solar opportunities across the MENA region.
• Tenders Database Exclusive member-only online portal providing access to upcoming solar tenders and project opportunities in the MENA region.
• Membership Directory Directory showcasing MESIA's community of Legacy Members, Partner Members, Corporate Members, and other solar value chain participants for member discovery and business matching.

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• ACWA PowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegacy partner - ACWA Power is a developer, investor and operator of power generation and desalinated water production plants. Registered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2004, ACWA Power employs about 3,500 people and is present in 13 countries with portfolio of 62 assets worth US$65 billion producing 42 GW of power and 5.8 million cubic meters of desalinated water daily.
• HuaweicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegacy partner - Leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices with integrated solutions across telecom networks, IT, smart devices, and cloud services.
• Pure EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegacy partner - Certified solar PV integrator executing projects by applying PMI guidelines as well as Quality, Environment, Health & Safety Management Systems by IAS standards.
• Synergy ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegacy partner - Independent international Financial Advisory Services Company with experience in projects across 36 Countries spanning Six Continents, providing services in Investment Advisory, Project Finance, M&A, and Due Diligence for energy, water and transport sectors.
• Array TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Renewable energy company providing time-proven utility-scale solar tracking solutions, comprehensive field services, and customer training.
• GameChange SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Leading supplier of fixed tilt and tracker solar racking solutions combining fast installation with proven reliability.
• GCL GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Prominent green and low-carbon technology enterprise in China, part of GCL-Poly Energy Holdings.
• JinkoSolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Global solar manufacturer listed on NYSE (Stock Code: JKS) providing solar and energy storage solutions.
• Solis (Ginlong)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - World's third-largest PV inverter manufacturer established in 2005, listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 300763.SZ).
• Sol-Bright New Energy TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Original creator and leader of automatic robotic cleaning systems (Dry-Type), integrating R&D, production, sales, and service.
• Tongwei SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Major PV manufacturer that entered photovoltaics market in 2006 and evolved into comprehensive solar solutions provider.
• Trina SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - World's leading provider of smart solar solutions delivering PV products, applications and services globally.
• LONGi SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Wholly owned subsidiary of LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered in Xi'an, China, providing solar solutions.
• Sungrow Power SupplycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - World's most bankable inverter brand with over 100 GW installed worldwide, operating in Middle East through Sungrow Middle East DMCC.
• JA Solar HoldingscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - World leading manufacturer of high-performance solar power products that convert sunlight into electricity.
• ZAKH Renewable EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner member - Pioneering Emirati company and only manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates specializing in renewable energy solutions.
• Clean Energy Business CouncilsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Not for Profit Company registered in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, pre-eminent organization representing private sector in clean energy sector across MENA region.
• Global Solar CouncilsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Organization championing rapid and wide-scale adoption of solar energy through cooperation, education and training with principal members from national and regional solar associations worldwide.
• Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Leading advocate for solar energy in the U.S., representing over 1,000 member companies including installers, manufacturers, and non-profits.
• S&P GlobalsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Leading provider of essential intelligence for confident decisions, supporting energy market analysis and research.
• Rystad EnergysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Independent energy research and business intelligence firm providing comprehensive data, tools, analytics, and consultancy services to clients in global energy sector.
• Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Government entity overseeing electricity and water services in Dubai, supporting regional clean energy development.
• RCREEEsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency supporting renewable energy advancement in Arab states.
• IRENAsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - International Renewable Energy Agency supporting countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future.
• Solar Power EuropesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - European solar industry association promoting solar energy adoption globally.
• Africa Solar Industry AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Regional association supporting solar energy industry development across Africa.
• World Future Energy Summit (WFES)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporter - Major annual event platform for sustainable energy innovation and policy discussions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Global Solar Council: International coalition of national and regional solar associations. Operates at the same layer as MESIA — federation of solar associations — making it a directly comparable industry-association peer.
• Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA): The leading US solar industry trade association, with 1,000+ member companies. Directly comparable to MESIA as a national/regional membership association representing the solar value chain, advocating policy, and producing industry research.
• Solar Power Europe: European solar industry association representing the PV value chain. Closely mirrors MESIA's mission of policy advocacy, market intelligence, and event programming, and is already a documented MESIA supporter.
• Africa Solar Industry Association: Continental solar industry association active in Africa. Comparable in scope (regional solar association driving events, research, and advocacy) and a documented MESIA supporter, making it a natural peer for cross-regional benchmarking.
• Clean Energy Business Council (CEBC): Pre-eminent private-sector clean energy organization across the MENA region, registered in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. Directly competes for the same MENA clean-energy member base, sponsors, and policy influence.

Broad incumbents

• International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): Multilateral IGO supporting countries' energy transitions. Engages the same MENA audience as MESIA through policy guidance, publications, and convenings, and is an active MESIA supporter and partner.
• Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE): Intergovernmental organization supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency across Arab states. Overlaps with MESIA on regional clean-energy advocacy, market intelligence, and member engagement but with a broader (energy efficiency + multi-technology) mandate.
• International Solar Alliance (ISA): Intergovernmental alliance of 120+ solar-resource-rich countries. Comparable industry-association/governmental role at international level and a relevant peer for MENA solar advocacy and program alignment.

Regional players

• Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA): National trade association for Canada's solar industry. Operates the same association model — membership, events, research, advocacy — for a different geography, making it a useful peer for benchmarking non-profit solar association economics.

Others

• World Future Energy Summit (WFES): Major annual event platform for sustainable energy innovation and policy. While an event organizer rather than a membership association, WFES is a direct adjacency for MESIA's events and awards programming in MENA and a documented supporter.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MiddleEastSolar
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@mesia-middleeastsolarindus1412
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Emirates-Solar-Industry-Association/132229986810606
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/3500045
• Instagraminstagram.com/mesia.mena/?hl=en

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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