RE+ Florida

Orlando, FL

Oct 13 - Oct 14, 2025

Carribean Focus

Thursday, October 19

Business Opportunities and Market Updates in the Puerto Rico and the Caribbean

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Market Update and Opportunities for Solar and Storage Development in Puerto Rico

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Clean energy development in Puerto Rico offers several opportunities that can benefit the island’s economy, environment, and energy security. This session will provide an update on the solar and storage market in Puerto Rico and explore the opportunities and challenges for further development.

Moderator:
PJ Wilson, President, Solar + Energy Storage Association of Puerto Rico (SESA)

Panelists:
Patrick Gilmartin, Investment Professional, EDPR
Michael Juarbe, Head of Puerto Rico & the Caribbean, Sunnova
Naomi K. Betancourt, Asset Manager, Infinigen Renewables

Microgrids for Resilience in Puerto Rico, a Case Study

10:30 am – 11:00 am

This session showcases a real-world example of how microgrid technology has been harnessed to address the energy challenges in the region. Learn from experts in the field who will share insights on the impact of microgrids, shedding light on the transformative role they play in ensuring a reliable and resilient energy infrastructure.

Panelist:
Brian Patterson, Chairman of the Board, EMerge Alliance

Electric System Vulnerability in the Caribbean: Are Microgrids the Answer?

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Hear from regional energy leaders and microgrid experts financial modeling for tropical PV microgrids and building for hurricane survivability.

Moderator:
Marc Lopata, President, Solar Island Energy

Panelist:
Brian Patterson, Chairman of the Board, EMerge Alliance
Gary Oppedahl, VP Emerging Technologies, Block Energy