August 17, 2026

CAB, German Embassy & CEC to Host Webinar on Financing Energy Efficiency Projects

The Caribbean Association of Banks (CAB), in collaboration with the German Embassy in Port of Spain and the Caribbean Energy Chamber (CEC), invites banking professionals and stakeholders across the region to participate in a virtual workshop on:

Project Finance for Energy Efficiency: Dedicated Financing Structures for Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) and Energy Performance Contract (EPC) Projects

📅 Date: September 9, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM AST

As Caribbean countries seek to strengthen energy security, manage increasing electricity demand, and advance their energy transition goals, energy efficiency remains one of the most cost-effective strategies for reducing energy consumption and attracting sustainable investment.

This workshop will explore how Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) and Energy Performance Contracts (EPCs) can unlock private capital and accelerate the implementation of energy efficiency projects across the Caribbean. Drawing on both regional and international experience, participants will gain insights into financing structures tailored to the unique cash flow and risk characteristics of energy efficiency investments, as well as opportunities for adaptation within the Caribbean banking sector.

Featured Speakers

Claudia Alt-Harnack

Senior Consultant, Berliner Energieagentur GmbH (BEA), Germany

With more than 35 years of experience in the energy sector, Claudia Alt-Harnack is a recognized expert in Energy Saving Performance Contracting (ESPC). At the Berlin Energy Agency (BEA), she leads the development and implementation of energy efficiency and contracting projects. Her expertise spans ESCO development, renewable energy integration, district energy planning, and innovative financing models. She will share lessons learned from Germany’s mature ESCO market and financing ecosystem.

Mohamed Hosny

Senior Technical Advisor, Energy Sector, KfW Development Bank

Mohamed Hosny brings over 20 years of international experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, smart grids, and sustainable infrastructure financing. At KfW Development Bank, he supports large-scale energy transition initiatives across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. His expertise includes developing energy efficiency programs and supporting the establishment of ESCOs through public and private financing mechanisms. He will provide valuable insights into investment structuring and capital mobilization for energy efficiency projects.

Agenda

  • Opening Remarks (10 mins)
    • Melanie Chen, Chairman, Caribbean Energy Chamber
    • Martin Langer, Chargé d’Affaires, German Embassy in Port of Spain
    • Wendy Delmar, CEO, Caribbean Association of Banks Inc.
  • Overview of ESCOs and Performance Contracting (15 mins)
    • Gonçalo Mendes
  • The German ESCO Sector and Financing Experience (50 mins)
    • Developing, Executing and Financing ESCO Projects – Claudia Alt-Harnack
    • Private and Public Financing Products for ESCO Projects – Mohamed Hosny
  • Interactive Q&A Session (40 mins)
    • Discussion on financing models and their applicability to the Caribbean banking sector
  • Closing Remarks (5 mins)

Webinar Details

CEC/CAB Webinar – Energy Efficiency

  • Date: September 9, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM AST
  • Webinar ID: 851 0831 2079
  • Participant ID: 466622
  • Passcode: 673954

Register Today

🔗 Registration Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ctg8IbrvS7SxlrzxeSy5jQ#/registration

Join CAB, the German Embassy in Port of Spain, and the Caribbean Energy Chamber for this timely discussion on innovative financing solutions that can help drive the Caribbean’s energy efficiency agenda and support a sustainable energy future.