Untapped renewable energy potential makes it an interesting region for stakeholders and investors seeking to rapidly scale-up the availability of low-carbon power. From solar, to biofuels, hydroelectric, wind and tidal, the Pacific has a wealth of renewables capable of supporting the region’s growing population and economies. Finance has always been a limiting factor for major infrastructure on islands, so what opportunities exist for the Pacific? Find out in this session.
Financing the Renewable Energy Transition in Islands
Speakers:
Arieta Gonelevu Rakai
Programme Officer and Lead for the SIDS Lighthouses Initiative (LHI), IRENA
Dr. Mike Allen
Special Envoy and Advisor on Renewables & Representative at IRENA, Government of New Zealand
Paul Makumbe
Pacific Regional Director, CAMCO
Paul van Aalst
Team Leader, GET.invest Finance Catalyst
Viliame Kasanawaqa
Regional Infrastructure Specialist, VfM Procurement for Pacific Infrastructure - Consultant