Stream

Economist Keynote

Economist joins us to discuss Latin America’s role in the global marketplace and what macro economic trends are expected to influence projects in 2024.

Stream

Unmasking Profit: State of the market for Latin American Project Finance

Alternative investors, inflation, and impacts on the existing commercial lending market have shifted the attitude and risk appetites for many investors in the region. Renewing confidence and a bright landscape for 2024 is imperative for developers and financiers alike - what major themes and trends shaped the region in the last 12 months, and what can we expect from the next 12? 

  • How are lenders and equity funds responding to the current inflation and interest rates in this region? 

  • How have investors approached the heightened interest rate environment? Are increased base rates cannibalizing spreads, and to what extent are investors able to pass on equity?

  • How has the lack of clarity on government support affected deal flow around renewables? 

  • Increased exposure to local currency risk and its effect on investor appetites 

Stream

Bridging Dreams and Deals: The now and future landscape of Renewables in Latin America

The renewable energy market continued to lead in project volume in the Latin American market, and proved to be somewhat resilient to the influences of inflation and interest rate hikes in 2023.. With intermittency and energy security worries on the rise, how are Latin American countries responding to the uptick in demand? 

  • How stable and constructive have regional governments been as offtakers?

  • Review of the PMGD market and managing development risk 

  • Are corporate PPAs on the rise following the fall of the DisCo PPA?

  • Best practices working with utilities and navigating permitting requirements

Shalin Parikh
Senior Vice President,
EIG Global Energy Partners
Stream 2

It's all Digital: Savoring successes and looking for new opportunities in LatAm

Digital infrastructure  in Latin America has continued to gain momentum despite wider global economic challenges;. With assets continuing to change hands and new projects growing ever larger, how can new entrants make their mark, and existing investors remain competitive?

  • How have interest rates and valuation changes affected digital assets? How long will it last? 

  • What assets have the best demand outlook for greenfield builds in 2024? In what countries?

  • Is there a ceiling for asset multiples in the data center M&A market? How has M&A in the region continued to shape the landscape?

Stream

Battery storage: The solution to Transmission Woes?

Power markets are consistently bogged down by unreliable transmission and grid infrastructure. Many have begun to look to battery storage as a way to bridge the gap for true reliability in the renewables market - Chile being a prime example. Is this the path to renewable reliability? Or a short term fix for a long term problem? 

  • The role of battery storage in supporting and supplementing transmission infrastructure

  • Pricing, longevity and structuring for battery storage and long term reliable transmission- is co-existence the future?

  • Navigating regulatory policies - how are utilities and IPPs approaching efficient use of the current grid and more robust battery buildout?

Graham Erion
VP M&A and Structured Finance,
CarbonFree Group of Companies
Stream 2

On the road: EV Charging

A topic that is in a constant state of excitement, both commercial buildout of charging infrastructure as well as fleet infrastructure continue to roll out across the Latin American markets. 

  • What near (12 months) and far (2-5 years) goals are expected from countries and municipalities? 

  • Assessing government support for the reworking of the region's transport assets

  • What is the outlook for construction costs of new charging infrastructure?

  • We've seen quite a few international financings. Why is USD funding attractive to concessionaires? What can the international market provide that the local cannot? 

Christian Velasco
Investment Director,
InfraBridge
Stream

Transition, Transition, Transition: Shaping the energy market in Latin America

Energy Transition seems to be the main topic on everyone’s mind - efficiency and decarbonization of existing assets is the name of the game. This session will discuss relevant assets, realistic timelines for delivery, fair risk assessment, and best practices in leveraging being an early entrant into the space. 

  • What is Latin America’s role in the fabric of global energy transition? Or where does Latin America sit…

  • Will national and regional  utilities generally be a help or a hindrance to deploying low carbon power?

  • Can DFIs get behind and support financing for decarbonization? 

  • How do supply chain issues in regards to energy transition minerals inform decisions for new projects?

Maria Ignacia Varela
Head of Corporate and Project Finance,
HIF Global
Stream 2

Ports, Transit and Civil Infrastructure

Airports, roads, trains and port infra is an ever moving landscape globally, and the need for updating existing and adding new infrastructure in Latin America is in high demand. How are domestic and international concessionaires looking to bridge the gap? What can lenders expect to see in financing trends in infrastructure in 2024?

  • What are top strategies for managing debt burdens while ensuring continued investment in critical infrastructure?.

  • Assessment of successful PPP structures and their availability for new projects across the region

  • What are the pathways to financing for greenfield projects? Attract capital and promote sustainable development.

Stream

Hydrogen’s Prism - buildout and limitations for new projects

  • Role of hydrogen in reliability, efficiency and curtailment of renewables in the region

  • Who’s buying? Breakdown of off takers and opportunities for hydrogen to complement the existing grid infrastructure 

  • What are the main pathways and timelines for a realized hydrogen future in Latin America?

Stream 2

Where the River Flows: Water sanitation and infrastructure

  • The role of regulatory frameworks and government support in facilitating private sector participation in water infrastructure projects.

  • Strategies for risk mitigation and financial sustainability in water infrastructure projects.

  • Data-driven decision-making and transparency in project financing and management for climate change and resiliency in the sector

Stream

Brazil in the Spotlight

The most robust economy in the largest country in Latin America takes center stage; our panelists discussing and breaking down the regulatory and financial landscape to help you explore the best opportunities and risks in the region. 

  • How has the return of subsidized BNDES pricing affected private infrastructure investment in Brazil?

  • How supportive have local and international debt markets been of any new greenfield infrastructure investment structures?

  • What can project developers and sponsors expect when entering the Brazilian market in 2024? 

Stream

Deal or No Deal

Proximo’s famous game show returns to the Austin stage! Three market leaders dissect three completely hypothetical deals in the market fueled by our Proximo Playbook. This session is a great way to hear from top lenders as they discuss major trends affecting structuring and financing for projects. Contestants must explore: 

  • What risks are involved

  • Financial Structuring and appetite

  • And ultimately – Deal or No Deal?

Stream

Diving into DFIs: Development Bank Keynote

We're joining our sister companies, TXF and Uxolo, to bring you a keynote panel focused on the role of the DFI market in the Americas, considering:

  • The role of DFIs in closing export and project finance transactions, including projects which would not have closed without DFI support
  • The major opportunities for international investors collaborating to propel development in emerging markets
  • Institutional investor appetite for the Americas
  • The importance of collaboration between ECAs, DFIs, and financial institutions 
Olga Calabozo Garrido
Regional Head, Latin America & the Caribbean,
MIGA - Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
Stream

All In: Working with Development Financing in Latin American Projects

Our panel of esteemed representatives discuss the role of DFIs in mobilizing private capital for infra investment, as anchor investors bringing in debt funds and attracting new capital to the region.

  • What assets are most within reach for institutional, private and non-bank lender investment? In what countries?

  • Standardization around sustainability and ESG in Latin American Markets- how can DFIs help create benchmarks?

Anmay Dittman
Director, Climate Infrastructure,
BlackRock
Stream

Know before you go: Local Currency Financing

  • To what extent can projects which require long term investment be financed in local currency? 

  • Appetite for domestically financed projects vs international – what are the opportunities and limitations? 

  • Dollarization and discouraging capital flight in LatAm and Caribbean projects

Stream

Economist Keynote

Economist joins us to discuss Latin America’s role in the global marketplace and what macro economic trends are expected to influence projects in 2024.

Stream

Unmasking Profit: State of the market for Latin American Project Finance

Alternative investors, inflation, and impacts on the existing commercial lending market have shifted the attitude and risk appetites for many investors in the region. Renewing confidence and a bright landscape for 2024 is imperative for developers and financiers alike - what major themes and trends shaped the region in the last 12 months, and what can we expect from the next 12? 

  • How are lenders and equity funds responding to the current inflation and interest rates in this region? 

  • How have investors approached the heightened interest rate environment? Are increased base rates cannibalizing spreads, and to what extent are investors able to pass on equity?

  • How has the lack of clarity on government support affected deal flow around renewables? 

  • Increased exposure to local currency risk and its effect on investor appetites 

Stream

Bridging Dreams and Deals: The now and future landscape of Renewables in Latin America

The renewable energy market continued to lead in project volume in the Latin American market, and proved to be somewhat resilient to the influences of inflation and interest rate hikes in 2023.. With intermittency and energy security worries on the rise, how are Latin American countries responding to the uptick in demand? 

  • How stable and constructive have regional governments been as offtakers?

  • Review of the PMGD market and managing development risk 

  • Are corporate PPAs on the rise following the fall of the DisCo PPA?

  • Best practices working with utilities and navigating permitting requirements

Shalin Parikh
Senior Vice President,
EIG Global Energy Partners
Stream 2

It's all Digital: Savoring successes and looking for new opportunities in LatAm

Digital infrastructure  in Latin America has continued to gain momentum despite wider global economic challenges;. With assets continuing to change hands and new projects growing ever larger, how can new entrants make their mark, and existing investors remain competitive?

  • How have interest rates and valuation changes affected digital assets? How long will it last? 

  • What assets have the best demand outlook for greenfield builds in 2024? In what countries?

  • Is there a ceiling for asset multiples in the data center M&A market? How has M&A in the region continued to shape the landscape?

Stream

Battery storage: The solution to Transmission Woes?

Power markets are consistently bogged down by unreliable transmission and grid infrastructure. Many have begun to look to battery storage as a way to bridge the gap for true reliability in the renewables market - Chile being a prime example. Is this the path to renewable reliability? Or a short term fix for a long term problem? 

  • The role of battery storage in supporting and supplementing transmission infrastructure

  • Pricing, longevity and structuring for battery storage and long term reliable transmission- is co-existence the future?

  • Navigating regulatory policies - how are utilities and IPPs approaching efficient use of the current grid and more robust battery buildout?

Graham Erion
VP M&A and Structured Finance,
CarbonFree Group of Companies
Stream 2

On the road: EV Charging

A topic that is in a constant state of excitement, both commercial buildout of charging infrastructure as well as fleet infrastructure continue to roll out across the Latin American markets. 

  • What near (12 months) and far (2-5 years) goals are expected from countries and municipalities? 

  • Assessing government support for the reworking of the region's transport assets

  • What is the outlook for construction costs of new charging infrastructure?

  • We've seen quite a few international financings. Why is USD funding attractive to concessionaires? What can the international market provide that the local cannot? 

Christian Velasco
Investment Director,
InfraBridge
Stream

Transition, Transition, Transition: Shaping the energy market in Latin America

Energy Transition seems to be the main topic on everyone’s mind - efficiency and decarbonization of existing assets is the name of the game. This session will discuss relevant assets, realistic timelines for delivery, fair risk assessment, and best practices in leveraging being an early entrant into the space. 

  • What is Latin America’s role in the fabric of global energy transition? Or where does Latin America sit…

  • Will national and regional  utilities generally be a help or a hindrance to deploying low carbon power?

  • Can DFIs get behind and support financing for decarbonization? 

  • How do supply chain issues in regards to energy transition minerals inform decisions for new projects?

Maria Ignacia Varela
Head of Corporate and Project Finance,
HIF Global
Stream 2

Ports, Transit and Civil Infrastructure

Airports, roads, trains and port infra is an ever moving landscape globally, and the need for updating existing and adding new infrastructure in Latin America is in high demand. How are domestic and international concessionaires looking to bridge the gap? What can lenders expect to see in financing trends in infrastructure in 2024?

  • What are top strategies for managing debt burdens while ensuring continued investment in critical infrastructure?.

  • Assessment of successful PPP structures and their availability for new projects across the region

  • What are the pathways to financing for greenfield projects? Attract capital and promote sustainable development.

Stream

Hydrogen’s Prism - buildout and limitations for new projects

  • Role of hydrogen in reliability, efficiency and curtailment of renewables in the region

  • Who’s buying? Breakdown of off takers and opportunities for hydrogen to complement the existing grid infrastructure 

  • What are the main pathways and timelines for a realized hydrogen future in Latin America?

Stream 2

Where the River Flows: Water sanitation and infrastructure

  • The role of regulatory frameworks and government support in facilitating private sector participation in water infrastructure projects.

  • Strategies for risk mitigation and financial sustainability in water infrastructure projects.

  • Data-driven decision-making and transparency in project financing and management for climate change and resiliency in the sector

Stream

Brazil in the Spotlight

The most robust economy in the largest country in Latin America takes center stage; our panelists discussing and breaking down the regulatory and financial landscape to help you explore the best opportunities and risks in the region. 

  • How has the return of subsidized BNDES pricing affected private infrastructure investment in Brazil?

  • How supportive have local and international debt markets been of any new greenfield infrastructure investment structures?

  • What can project developers and sponsors expect when entering the Brazilian market in 2024? 

Stream

Deal or No Deal

Proximo’s famous game show returns to the Austin stage! Three market leaders dissect three completely hypothetical deals in the market fueled by our Proximo Playbook. This session is a great way to hear from top lenders as they discuss major trends affecting structuring and financing for projects. Contestants must explore: 

  • What risks are involved

  • Financial Structuring and appetite

  • And ultimately – Deal or No Deal?

Stream

Diving into DFIs: Development Bank Keynote

We're joining our sister companies, TXF and Uxolo, to bring you a keynote panel focused on the role of the DFI market in the Americas, considering:

  • The role of DFIs in closing export and project finance transactions, including projects which would not have closed without DFI support
  • The major opportunities for international investors collaborating to propel development in emerging markets
  • Institutional investor appetite for the Americas
  • The importance of collaboration between ECAs, DFIs, and financial institutions 
Olga Calabozo Garrido
Regional Head, Latin America & the Caribbean,
MIGA - Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
Stream

All In: Working with Development Financing in Latin American Projects

Our panel of esteemed representatives discuss the role of DFIs in mobilizing private capital for infra investment, as anchor investors bringing in debt funds and attracting new capital to the region.

  • What assets are most within reach for institutional, private and non-bank lender investment? In what countries?

  • Standardization around sustainability and ESG in Latin American Markets- how can DFIs help create benchmarks?

Anmay Dittman
Director, Climate Infrastructure,
BlackRock
Stream

Know before you go: Local Currency Financing

  • To what extent can projects which require long term investment be financed in local currency? 

  • Appetite for domestically financed projects vs international – what are the opportunities and limitations? 

  • Dollarization and discouraging capital flight in LatAm and Caribbean projects