People from developed modern societies can pay thanks to those who helped revolutionize the way we experience the world because of fossil fuels. Through the use of coal and oil we have taken our cultures and turned them into thriving metropolises across the globe. While countries in Europe, the United States and most recently China and India have experienced economic prosperity through the use of fossil fuels; is it possible as we continue to develop new renewable resources that emerging and developing nations should start looking at alternatives?

Take a look back at the distinguished speakers and panelists who came together to present ideas on growing energy in Africa and who begged the question, "Should emerging and developing nations develop their energy infrastructure from traditional energy sources or are there other better options available to them through renewable resources like solar, wind and natural gas?"