The fourth World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2011 concluded in Abu Dhabi on Thursday following four days of high level summit debate from international leaders and experts, and two exhibitions showcasing the latest technologies and innovations in renewable energy and environment.

This year’s summit attracted record levels of attendance, with over 26,000 attendees from 137 countries over the course of the four days. This represents a 6.5 per cent increase on the number of attendees in 2010. Additionally over 2,500 school and university students from across the UAE were given insights into the future of renewable energy through guided tours of the exhibition during the course of the event.

The attendees included 3,150 international dignitaries, delegates, members of media and participants who attended the Opening Ceremony on Day One, which opened with a keynote address from HE Ban Ki-Moon, Secretary General, United Nations.