Baslan Erekat

Baslan Erekat, MSc, serves as the O&M Manager for First Solar in Jordan since July 2016, where notable achievements include leading high-value deal negotiations and expanding the company's O&M portfolio, thereby enhancing market share. Previously, Baslan was Technical Manager at Spectrum International for Renewable Energy Investments, where contributions included the design of a large-scale solar farm project and significant improvements in project delivery time. Prior experience includes roles as O&M Solar Engineer at DEWA, Plant Manager at HTBM-ME, and Senior Distribution Maintenance Engineer at JEPCO, all highlighting a strong track record in operational efficiency and strategic improvements in the renewable energy and electrical distribution sectors. Baslan holds a Master's degree in Energy Management and System Technology from the University of Jordan and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Mutah University, graduating first in the class.