CREF Updates - Page 11 of 16 - New Energy Events

Jamaica’s Hon. Andrew Wheatley, Minister of Energy, Confirms for Ministerial Session at CREF ‘16
September 12, 2016
Jamaica’s incoming Minister responsible for energy policy, Dr. the Honorable Andrew Wheatley has confirmed his participation in CREF 2016 and as a speaker on the Ministerial Roundtable discussion on October 18th. Jamaica is a market in transition: renewables are increasingly front and center, as is natural gas. Minister Wheatley joins a blue ribbon session at […]
New Fortress Announce Sponsorship of CREF; Wesley Edens, Chairman of Fortress Investment Group, to Keynote
August 29, 2016
New Fortress Energy, an affiliate of the US$70bn Fortress Investment Group, confirmed today that it will assume a senior sponsorship role at CREF 2016. In 2015 New Fortress signed an agreement to supply LNG for Jamaica’s 120 MW Bogue power plant in Montego Bay. The first shipment of gas arrived on August 5th. New Fortress […]
Emera Joins Roster of CREF ’16 Sponsors
August 18, 2016
New Energy Events are delighted to welcome Emera Caribbean as a sponsor of CREF 2016. Emera Caribbean is a leading utility player in the region and has a diversified portfolio of assets which includes Barbados Light & Power, Emera Caribbean Renewables, a 52% holding in Dominica’s Domlec, and a 19% interest in St. Lucia’s Lucelec. […]
20 Caribbean Countries Confirmed for CREF 2016
August 11, 2016
As momentum for CREF builds, we are pleased to announce that CREF – at two months out – features confirmed participation from 20 Caribbean countries. The turnout from regional governments and utilities is particularly strong and reflects the emphasis laid at CREF on addressing the critical issues around the commercialization and implementation of alternative sources […]
New CEO of VIWAPA, Julio Rhymer, Joins A-List of Utilities at CREF ‘16
August 11, 2016
The organizers of CREF are pleased to announce that Julio A. Rhymer, the new CEO & Executive Director of the Water and Power Authority of the US Virgin Islands (VIWAPA) has confirmed his participation in CREF 2016. Mr. Rhymer will join an agenda which already features Kelly Tomblin, CEO of JPS, Peter Williams, CEO of […]
Tesla Confirms Greg Callman, Global Head of Market Entry, for CREF 2016
August 9, 2016
In a clear indication that Tesla have their sights set on the Caribbean, Greg Callman, head of global business development and market entry for Tesla, has confirmed his participation in CREF 2016. Callman spent 2015 establishing Tesla’s energy storage business in Australia and New Zealand. Callman also developed Tesla’s Supercharger program in North America and Europe. Callman will […]
Trailblazers Havana Energy and Engage Cuba Confirm for CREF
July 18, 2016
The organizers of the CREF are pleased to announce the participation of Andrew MacDonald, Director of Havana Energy and CEO of Biopower S.A., Havana Energy’s joint venture with the Government of Cuba. Joining Mr. MacDonald on stage to explore investment opportunities in the Cuban energy sector will be Lee Ann Evans, Senior Policy Advisor at Engage […]
Bardot Ocean announces lead sponsorship for CREF 2016
July 13, 2016
Bardot Ocean, a subsidiary of French industrial conglomerate, the Bardot Group, has announced that it will lead sponsor CREF 2016. Bardot’s sponsorship reflects their belief that OTEC in general is market-ready and primed for commercialization in the Caribbean. Bardot will be showcasing their proprietary OTEC technology for isolated communities and Caribbean resorts and will underscore […]
Utility CEOs Confirm for Blue Ribbon Session at CREF 2016
June 28, 2016
The price of oil may be off historic highs, but the pressure on Caribbean utility leaders remains intense. Juggling resource planning alongside nationally mandated INDCs, and contemplating a transition to gas and renewables, it’s a brave new world for the region’s suppliers of power. Against this backdrop the organizers of CREF are excited to announce […]