Given its natural environment, there is huge potential for renewable energy to bridge the power supply gap in Vietnam. But there are many challenges to be overcome first. This session will test the current optimism for renewables project and consider the risks, challenges and opportunities in the market from the point of view of investors, suppliers, financiers and other market participants. Attendees will gain valuable insights from developers and funders active in the market, as well as from legal, risk management and technical experts. It is also an excellent opportunity to network with others interested in the Vietnamese renewables sector.
2.30pm Registration
3.00pm Welcome and Introduction
3.10pm Market Overview: Opportunities and Challenges
Naveen Raghavan Balachandran, Senior Director and Head of Business Development, Vestas Asia Pacific & China
Don Stokes, Partner, Freshfields
3.40pm Financing of Renewables Projects in Vietnam
Gena Uy, Asian Development Bank (ADB) representative for Vietnam
4.10pm Panel discussion and Q&A
Kyle Kelhoffer, IFC Representative for Vietnam
Enamul Latif, Executive Vice President, Nexif Energy
M Shenbagam, Chief Representative Officer for Vietnam, Tata Power
Further speakers to be announced
5.15pm Closing remarks
5.20pm IPFA Update
5.30pm Networking and drinks kindly hosted by Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
