CREF Updates - New Energy Events

CREF 2026 Update: Moving Ahead as Planned Following Earthquake in Panama
October 10, 2026
Following Friday’s earthquakes in Panama, our thoughts are with everyone affected. We are relieved to report that our team on the ground and our local partners are safe. The main earthquake’s epicenter was in Herrera Province, approximately 200 km from Panama City, where CREF will take place. The Hilton Panama has confirmed that it sustained […]
GIZ to Support Dedicated Matchmaking Program at CREF 2026
September 24, 2026
We are excited to announce the launch of a dedicated matchmaking program for CREF participants. Funded by GIZ, the primary objective is to connect capital providers with projects, but the service will be open to all CREF attendees. Driven by a next-generation app, the service will enable delegates to arrive at CREF with a full […]
Experience Panama: Explore Gatún Lake at CREF 2026
July 22, 2026
CREF’s move to Panama City creates a new opportunity for delegates to experience more of the destination alongside the conference program. Join fellow CREF participants for a day exploring Gatún Lake and the surrounding rainforest. Travel by boat across the lake, encounter wildlife along its forested shores, visit conservation exhibits, journey above the rainforest canopy […]
CREF 2026 to Conclude with Exclusive Panama Canal Visit
July 21, 2026
CREF’s move to Panama City this year creates a distinctive opportunity for delegates: a firsthand look at the infrastructure asset that has shaped Panama’s role in global trade. As part of the post-conference program, a group of CREF delegates will visit the Panama Canal’s Miraflores Locks, one of the world’s most consequential pieces of trade […]
CREF 2026: The 18th Edition Takes Shape
January 3, 2026
Planning is underway for the 18th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF). We’re building a discussion-driven agenda for 2026. CREF is now accepting speaker proposals from senior leaders across government, utilities, finance, development institutions, and industry who are actively shaping the Caribbean’s clean energy transition. The program is panel-based and largely presentation-free, with strong emphasis on […]
CREF Heads to Panama in 2026
January 3, 2026
In 2026, CREF comes to Panama City for the first time. As the logistics and finance hub of Latin America, Panama puts CREF at the geographic center of Caribbean and Central American energy investment. The location strengthens regional connections and makes it easier for participants across the Americas to engage. Panama’s timing is also relevant. […]
Winners of the 2025 CREF Industry Awards Announced, Recognizing Excellence in the Caribbean Energy Transition
May 12, 2025
New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF), unveiled the winners of the 7th annual CREF Industry Awards at this year’s Forum in Miami. The Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact in advancing the Caribbean’s clean energy transition. This year’s recipients represent a dynamic mix of trailblazing projects, public and private sector […]
Energy Independence Takes Center Stage at CREF 2025
April 22, 2025
Energy independence is top of the agenda in the Caribbean. This correlates to an exceptionally high turnout of Caribbean energy leaders at next month’s 17th annual Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum. Confirmed participants include senior representatives from: Anguilla · Antigua & Barbuda · Bahamas · Barbados · Belize · Bermuda · British Virgin Islands · Cayman Islands […]
Join the CREF Volunteer Program!
October 19, 2024
Ready to expand your network and expertise in the Caribbean clean energy industry? Applications are now open to volunteer at the 17th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF 2025)! As a vital part of the event’s success, volunteers gain hands-on experience, collaborate with industry leaders, stay up to date on the latest trends in clean energy, […]