CREF Updates - New Energy Events

Experience Panama: New Delegate Excursions for CREF 2026
July 22, 2026
CREF’s move to Panama City creates new opportunities for delegates to experience the country’s culture, biodiversity and history alongside the conference program. A new selection of optional excursions will give participants the chance to explore Panama from several perspectives. Walk through the historic streets of Casco Antiguo before discovering the traditions behind premium Panamanian rum; […]
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, participants can join a limited-capacity excursion to the Panama Canal’s Miraflores Locks, one of the world’s most consequential pieces of trade […]
H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro to Welcome Delegates to CREF’s First Edition in Panama
July 21, 2026
H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of the Environment of the Republic of Panama, will deliver remarks welcoming delegates to CREF’s first edition in Panama. A nationally recognized environmental leader, Minister Navarro founded Panama’s National Association for the Conservation of Nature, served as the country’s first Environmental Ambassador, and has held senior roles in Panama’s solar […]
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, […]
CREF 2025: Everything you need to know
July 14, 2024
The 17th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) will take place at the JW Marriott Marquis in Miami from May 7-9, 2025. We can’t wait to meet you there! 2024 was another historic year for CREF, our flagship event, which saw more than 500 participants, including policymakers, utilities, investors, developers, start-ups and more. What do I […]