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“The most anticipated regional event. CREF is our Caribbean COP!” Frederic Verdol, The World Bank

The Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) is the largest gathering of the regional energy market on the annual calendar: 25+ Caribbean nations represented by their governments, utilities, and/or regulators; 500+ attendees; 40+ countries represented.

CREF is unique in terms of both its size, and in terms of the seniority and breadth of its participants. Simply put, the conference represents the market, the full ecosystem of stakeholders.

“Once again CREF 2024, brings together comprehensive discussions with stakeholders across the Caribbean to shape visions and elevate key conversations. The dynamics of the region make CREF the center of excellence for the discussion and key networking for visions, projects, and regulations in the region.” Fernando M. Padilla CSA Group

Aside from its size and the range of participants, here’s why CREF stands out from other events:

CREF 2024: The market has spoken

• 90%+ of attendees found CREF highly valuable
• 85%+ believe that CREF has a significant impact in shaping market trends
• 75+% believe that CREF is a key source of deals and transactions

CREF 2024 by the numbers:

• 500+ attendees
• 95+ speakers
• 32% female speakers
• 40+ countries represented

Networking & Business Development:

CREF is your one stop shop. Meet the market through numerous structured and unstructured networking and meeting opportunities:

• Networking app with pre-event access to attendees to set up 1-to-1 meetings
• Multiple networking events – 2 cocktail receptions, Awards luncheon, Sunrise Fun Run, Rise and Shine Networking Roundtables