Caribbean Investment Forum Magazine

Investments in Renewable Energy

aribbean Export as the lead regional i ns t i tut i on wi th the r emi t fo r attracting foreign direct investment to our Region, we are acutely aware of the scale of investment which will be required to e ff ectively support energy transition. Consequently, we have teamed up with the Car ibbean Associat ion of Investment Promotion Agencies to make the steering of investments in this sector as a high priority. T h i s w i l l i n c l ude a f o c u s o n s o l a r photovoltaics (PV) and wind, two of the most relevant technologies for our Region. In this regard we have been steadily building up a network of partners with a view to fostering investment in our region. It should be stated that the regulatory bottlenecks must be addressed as a priority to achieve success on the scale required. Indeed, our determination to support private sector development through low carbon its evident in the Caribbean Investment Forum which wi l l focus amongs t other th i ngs on investment in renewable energy. C Transition to the new economy opens a world of opportunity for us especially in creating jobs and generating much needed growth.

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We recognise that success will be hinged on building a broad-based partnership to deliver results for Caribbean people. We at Caribbean Export are determined to play our part and remain committed to this agenda.