Chairman
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa
Professors
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa
Associate Professors
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa
Assistant Professors
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa
Lecturers
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa
Graduate Assistants
Faculty Name: Muhammad Asif
Overview
Primary Research Areas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy Conservation & Management
- Energy Transition
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Building Retrofitting
- Decarbonization
- Life Cycle Assessment
Biography
Muhammad Asif is a Professor at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute (FEI), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), a Certified Energy Manager (AEE, USA), Member of the International Association for Energy Economics, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). After completing his PhD in Applied Energy Engineering from Edinburgh, he held faculty positions in various European universities for over 15 years. He has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Global Studies (UK) and Boston University (USA). He sits on several international energy forums. His research interests include renewable energy, energy transition, energy conservation & management, sustainable buildings, and life cycle assessment. He has authored/edited eight books with publishers including Oxford University Press, Routledge/CRC Press, Elsevier and John Wiley, and over 150 research papers. His work has been cited in European policy documents and directives. He has supervised 10 PhD and over 50 Masters students and delivered teaching/training in Austria, Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Spain and Turkey.
Education
- PhD: Applied Energy Engineering, Edinburgh Napier University, 2003
- MSc: Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Technology, University of Liverpool, 1999
- BSc: Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, 1997
- PgC: Enhanced Teaching and Learning, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2012
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
- Fellow, Energy Institute (UK)
- Chartered Environmentalist, Society for the Environment (UK)
- Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council (UK)
- Certified Energy Manager, Association of Energy Engineers (USA)
- Member, International Association of Energy Economics
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Member, Engineering Council (UK)
Previous Work Experience
- Associate Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2013
- Visiting Professor, FH Joanneum University, Austria, 2015–2020
- Assistant Professor, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2007–2011
- Project Coordinator, Nor-Dan (Norway) / Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2005–2007
- Research Associate, Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2002–2005
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching, KFUPM, KSA, 2022
- Best Short Course Award, KFUPM, KSA, 2018
- CIBSE Teaching Award, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, UK, 2011
- PhD Fellowship Award, Nor-Dan, Norway, 2000
- Association of Commonwealth Countries Scholarship for MSc, UK, 1998
Industrial/Advisory Projects
- Energy Retrofitting of University Campus, GCUNY, New York, 2018–2020
- Building Energy Optimization in Hot Climates, KACARE, KSA, 2015–2018
- Appraisal and Evaluation of Energy Utilization and Efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Strategic Study (KAUST ICP), 2013–2014
- Grameen Shakti Renewable Energy Program – Bangladesh, 2009–2012
- Application of Renewable Energy in SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC Project), 2007–2009
- Value Engineering of Energy Efficient Windows – Nor-Dan (UK & Norway), 2003–2008
- Micro-Renewable Energy, Cholistan Development Authority, 2007
Funding and Grants (as PI)
- SAR 98,400 — Decarbonization in the Building Sector: Investigation of key socio-technical factors and policy frameworks, 2025–2026
- SAR 38,500 — Investigation into Behavioural Aspects of Energy Consumption in KSA’s Residential Buildings, 2024–2025
- SAR 850,000 — Integrated techno-economic & environmental assessment of retrofitting for net-zero targets in KSA buildings, 2023–2024
- SAR 238,500 — Measurement & Verification of Energy Retrofitting Residential Buildings using a BIM-based Approach, KFUPM, 2020–2022
- SAR 102,200 — Life cycle analysis framework for the building industry, KFUPM, 2019–2020
- SAR 4,800,000 — Residential & Commercial Building Energy Modeling in KSA, K.A. City for Atomic & Renewable Energy, 2015–2018
- SAR 1,905,500 — Building Sustainability Rating System for KSA, National Science, Technology & Innovation Plan, 2014–2016
- SAR 140,300 — Assessment of Green Roof effects on energy consumption in hot/humid climate
- € 75,000 — Erasmus Intensive Programme Grant (FP7), 2009
- £ 25,000 — Nor-Dan Research Funding, 2008–2009
- £ 125,000 — Micro-generation renewable energy systems for SMEs in the Scottish Highlands (EC funding), 2007
- £ 12,000 — Carnegie Trust Research Grant, 2008–2009
Erasmus Visiting Professor
- FH-Joanneum University, Austria, 2014–2019
- University of Granada, Spain, 2012
- University of Istanbul, Turkey, 2012
- University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany, 2011
- University of Huelva, Spain, 2011
Keynote/Plenary Speaker
- Times Higher Education Summit, UAE, Feb 2025
- Workshop “Challenging the Negative Image of the Energy Transition”, SPE & ARAMCO, Khobar, May 2025
- International Conference “Greening the Giga”, KAUST, Jan 2025
- 3rd Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Energy Symposium & Exhibition, Dammam, Apr 2025
- 3rd International Conference on Smart Grid and Green Energy, China, Apr 2024
- UNESCO-HSE “Future of Energy” Workshop, Russia, Apr 2024
- Retrofitech KSA, Riyadh, Oct 2023; Nov 2022; Oct 2021
- Solar Utilities Network Conference, Bahrain, Feb 2018
- Jubail Energy Management Conference, Dec 2017; plus additional invited talks 2015–2017
Service on Committees
- Chair, Departmental Program and Course Review Committee, 2025–
- Member, Graduate Admission and Research Committee, 2025–
- Chair, PhD Program Development Committee, 2022–2023
- Chair, Masters/MX Program Development Committee, 2019–2022
- Member, Undergraduate Program Revision Committee, 2020–2022
- Chair, ABET Accreditation Committee, 2019–2021
- Member, University Research Committee, 2013–2015
- MSc Program Leader, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), 2011–2013
- Member, School/College Research Committee, GCU, 2010–2013
Research/Dissertation Supervision
- PhD: 10
- MSc: over 40
- BSc: over 25
Professional Board Memberships
- Member, Energy Institute (UK) Accreditation Board on Professional Memberships, Jan 2015–2022
- Member, Higher Education Academy (UK) Energy Advisory Board, Jan 2016–2019
Publications
Books
- M. Asif, G. Sahin, M. Khalid, Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century: Technology and Policy Dynamics, CRC Press, 978-1032715421, 2024
- M. Asif, The 4Ds of Energy Transition, Wiley, 9783527348824, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy Transitions, CRC Press, 2022
- M. Asif, Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security, Elsevier, 2022
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia, CRC Press, 2021
- M. Asif, Energy and Environmental Security in Developing Countries, Springer, 2021
- H. Qudratullah & M. Asif, Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy: A Sustainability Perspective, Springer, 2020
- M. Asif, Energy Crisis in Pakistan: Origins, Challenges and Sustainable Solutions, Oxford University Press, 2011
Selected Journal Articles (Last 5 years)
- A. Abdirahman, M. Asif, I. Ahmed, M. Alqahtani, M. Khalid, Optimizing PV systems in high-temperature environments, Energy Strategy Reviews, 61, 2025, 101828
- M. Khan et al., CSP-driven desalination systems: a techno-economic review, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226 (Part B), 2026, 116311
- R. Yussuf et al., Sustainable roofing solutions for thermal & energy efficiency in SA, Results in Engineering, 28, 2025, 107159
- W. Ahmed, M. Asif, Life-cycle cost analysis of residential energy retrofits, Journal of Building Engineering, 111, 2025
- B. Jan, M. Asif, Global energy conservation research: a systematic analysis, Energy Nexus, 19, 2025
- M. Asif et al., Unregulated rooftops for solar PV on residential buildings, Energy Nexus, 18, 2025
- Z. Moustafa, M. Asif, I. Wuni, Circular economy in the building sector, Sustainable Futures, 9, 2025
- O. Shamet et al., Materials used in solar & wind power technologies, Arab Journal of Science and Engineering, 2025
- … (additional 2024–2022 items as listed in the attached file)
Selected Conference Papers (Last 5 years)
- MRS, Boston, USA, 1–6 Dec (Materials for Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Technologies)
- 14th Gulf Research Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 9–11 Jul 2024
- IEEE ENERGYCON, Doha, Qatar, 2024
- IEEE OIDT, Manama, Bahrain, 2024
- IAEE European Conference, Milan, 24–27 Jul 2023
- World Renewable Energy Congress, Kuala Lumpur, 14–18 Jul 2023
Selected Encyclopaedia/Book Chapters (Last 5 years)
- Energy Transition: Dynamics and Prospects, in Transition Towards a Low Carbon Future, Springer, 2024
- Solar Thermal Technologies for Energy Transition, Encyclopaedia of Sustainable Technologies, 2nd Ed., Elsevier, 2023
- Energy and Environmental Security; Thermal Energy: Solar Technologies, Handbook of Environmental Management, Taylor & Francis, 2020
Dr. Mohammad Asif Professor (013) 860-7906 asifm@kfupm.edu.sa