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Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS)

This blended learning programme provides a comprehensive overview of the financing of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency projects (EE). It prepares participants to lead and implement crucial processes in the green energy financial sector.

3,200 excl. VAT

  • 19% VAT: private customers resident in the EU, companies/ public organisations and NGOs in Germany
  • No VAT: private customers resident outside the EU, companies/ public organisations and NGOs outside Germany

Duration

21-week online training phase, combined with a three-day seminar

Study time

About 280 self-study hours and 25 hours in-class

Training language

Spanish, English

Training Format

Blended learning

Dates

01/10/2023

Registration Deadline

10/10/2023

Description

Description

 

IKU LogoGreen Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS) provides a comprehensive overview of the financing of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency projects (EE), particularly from the bank’s perspective. This programme prepares participants to lead and implement crucial processes in the green energy financial sector, including term sheet preparation and development as well as using financial models and tools to assess renewable energy projects. It is also available in Spanish. The Green Energy Finance Specialist combines a 21-week online phase with an additional three-day in-person seminar in mid-March/September. Participants can choose to attend the three-day seminar either in-person in Berlin, Germany or virtually from anywhere in the world.

This programme covers:

  • Fundamentals of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) technologies
  • Political and legal market frameworks
  • Project financing and project evaluation (RE and EE)
  • Financial modelling
  • International climate finance options
  • Renewable energy feasibility assessment and investment valuation

To supplement the learning experience, participants will have access to short introductory courses on energy and electricity topics. These courses are not mandatory and will not be covered in the exam.

After successful completion of the GEFS programme, participants can continue their studies by applying to the distance-learning Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance programme. Credits from GEFS (28 ECTS credits total with additional university exercises and exams) can be applied towards the Master of Science (M.Sc.). This unique opportunity is offered by RENAC in cooperation with the Berlin Professional School (BPS). BPS is part of the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR). GEFS provides students with the crucial background and knowledge necessary to successfully pursue the Master of Science degree.

Receive a reminder one week before the registration deadline.

 

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Learning Objectives

Learning objectives

After completing this programme, participants should be able to:

  • evaluate relevant RE and EE technologies and projects;
  • use financial models and develop term sheets for RE and EE projects;
  • develop and evaluate portfolios of RE and EE projects;
  • summarise the global and regional market development for renewable energy and energy efficiency investments;
  • appraise an energy efficiency project in detail, including under the use of the ESCO model, and;
  • identify options for international climate finance and how to access such funds.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive a RENAC Certificate.

 

Target Groups

Target groups

The entry requirements for the Green Energy Finance Specialist are as follows:

  • An academic degree, at least a bachelor’s degree, in the area of business/economics, finance, industrial engineering or alike;
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in the area of finance and/or green energy; and
  • High motivation to specialize in the field of green energy and climate finance.

The GEFS Programme welcomes experienced practitioners with the following professional backgrounds:

  • Banking (e.g. project finance, clean energy, asset management, investment banking, credit analysts)
  • Institutional investing (e.g. private equity, clean energy fund management, life insurance)
  • Private investing (e.g. wealth management, family offices)
  • Project development and project sponsoring firms
  • Green technology suppliers (manufacturing, wholesale, etc.)
  • Consulting (law firms, transaction and tax advisory firms)

Features

Features

Flexibility to study at any time and from any location

RENAC content expert and learning platform technical support

Moderated discussion forum for students

Live lectures

Multimedia learning materials

Self-assessments, assignments and final exam

28 ECTS credits towards the Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance

We offer discounts for our alumni, group bookings, and multiple purchases. Contact us for further details.

RENAC certificate upon successful completion of the training

Certification

certification

Lecturers

Description

 

IKU LogoGreen Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS) provides a comprehensive overview of the financing of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency projects (EE), particularly from the bank’s perspective. This programme prepares participants to lead and implement crucial processes in the green energy financial sector, including term sheet preparation and development as well as using financial models and tools to assess renewable energy projects. It is also available in Spanish. The Green Energy Finance Specialist combines a 21-week online phase with an additional three-day in-person seminar in mid-March/September. Participants can choose to attend the three-day seminar either in-person in Berlin, Germany or virtually from anywhere in the world.

This programme covers:

  • Fundamentals of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) technologies
  • Political and legal market frameworks
  • Project financing and project evaluation (RE and EE)
  • Financial modelling
  • International climate finance options
  • Renewable energy feasibility assessment and investment valuation

To supplement the learning experience, participants will have access to short introductory courses on energy and electricity topics. These courses are not mandatory and will not be covered in the exam.

After successful completion of the GEFS programme, participants can continue their studies by applying to the distance-learning Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance programme. Credits from GEFS (28 ECTS credits total with additional university exercises and exams) can be applied towards the Master of Science (M.Sc.). This unique opportunity is offered by RENAC in cooperation with the Berlin Professional School (BPS). BPS is part of the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR). GEFS provides students with the crucial background and knowledge necessary to successfully pursue the Master of Science degree.

Receive a reminder one week before the registration deadline.

 

Trusted by professionals at

        ILF_Consulting_Engineers_Austria_logo    Buskowitz-logo

Learning objectives

After completing this programme, participants should be able to:

  • evaluate relevant RE and EE technologies and projects;
  • use financial models and develop term sheets for RE and EE projects;
  • develop and evaluate portfolios of RE and EE projects;
  • summarise the global and regional market development for renewable energy and energy efficiency investments;
  • appraise an energy efficiency project in detail, including under the use of the ESCO model, and;
  • identify options for international climate finance and how to access such funds.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive a RENAC Certificate.

 

Target groups

The entry requirements for the Green Energy Finance Specialist are as follows:

  • An academic degree, at least a bachelor’s degree, in the area of business/economics, finance, industrial engineering or alike;
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in the area of finance and/or green energy; and
  • High motivation to specialize in the field of green energy and climate finance.

The GEFS Programme welcomes experienced practitioners with the following professional backgrounds:

  • Banking (e.g. project finance, clean energy, asset management, investment banking, credit analysts)
  • Institutional investing (e.g. private equity, clean energy fund management, life insurance)
  • Private investing (e.g. wealth management, family offices)
  • Project development and project sponsoring firms
  • Green technology suppliers (manufacturing, wholesale, etc.)
  • Consulting (law firms, transaction and tax advisory firms)

Features

Flexibility to study at any time and from any location

RENAC content expert and learning platform technical support

Moderated discussion forum for students

Live lectures

Multimedia learning materials

Self-assessments, assignments and final exam

28 ECTS credits towards the Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance

We offer discounts for our alumni, group bookings, and multiple purchases. Contact us for further details.

RENAC certificate upon successful completion of the training

Certification

certification

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Katharina Hartmann

Katharina Hartmann

Green Energy and Climate FinanceProject Director
Katharina Hartmann

Katharina Hartmann

Green Energy and Climate FinanceProject Director

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