Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS)

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Green 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 combines a 20-week online phase with an additional three-day in-person seminar in mid-March 2023. 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 total) 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.

After completing this programme, participants should be able to:

categorise RE and EE technologies and projects;
use financial models to develop term sheets for RE and EE projects;
compare options for international climate finance and how to access such funds;
interpret portfolios of RE and EE projects;
analyse the global and regional market development for RE and EE investments; and
analyse an energy efficiency project in detail, including with the use of the Energy Services Company (ESCO) model.

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

This training is suituable for those whom:

want to specialise in RE and EE project financing (e.g. as credit analysts, project finance specialists, client relationship managers);
evaluate RE or EE projects and related credit requests; or
seek to establish a green energy finance or climate finance unit within an organisation.

Duration: 20-week online training phase, combined with a three-day seminar

Study time: About 220 hours

Start dates: Seminars are scheduled to take place twice a year on the first week of March and on the first week of September.

Detailed course description is available for download.

E-learning platform: Access the demo course on our e-learning platform.

Price: €3.465,00* (with 10% early bird discount)

Technical Requirements:

Access to a computer with reliable internet connection and a speed of at least 2 Mbit/s.
An e-mail account that is frequently checked.
A headset or speakers to listen to presentations.
For webinars, the AdobeConnect add-in or app should be installed.
Please note: to complete an assessment in Module 5, there is an additional technical requirement. You will need to use the Excel tool, RE Project Evaluator, to make calculations. This software is not compatible with Apple (MAC) computers.

Contact

Katharina Hartmann
Project Director Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Finance
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 24
Email: hartmann[at]renac.de

*incl 19 % of German VAT

Additional Information

Highlights

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
Programme accredited by the Financial Accreditation Agency (FAA)
28 ECTS credit points towards the Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance
RENAC certificate upon successful completion of the training
We offer discounts for our alumni, group bookings, and multiple purchases. Contact us for further details.

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Contact

Katharina Hartmann
Project Director Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Finance
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 24
Email: hartmann[at]renac.de

Available dates & times

Next Date	Type of training	Language	Registration deadline	Price €	VAT Info	Early bird €	Price €*	Valid until
01.10.22 - 31.03.23	Blended learning	EN	01.10.2022	3.464,99* 2.911,76	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	3.118,49* 2.620,58	3.118,49* 2.620,58	20.08.2022
01.04.23 - 30.09.23	Blended learning	EN	10.04.2023	3.464,99* 2.911,76	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	3.118,49* 2.620,58	3.118,49* 2.620,58	20.02.2023
01.10.23 - 31.03.24	Blended learning	EN	10.10.2023	3.464,99* 2.911,76	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	3.118,49* 2.620,58	3.118,49* 2.620,58	20.08.2023

* including 19 % of German VAT

Lecturers

Alexander Boensch, RENAC

Current position:
Before joining RENAC’s Green Banking Team in 2016, Alexander Boensch frequently provided seminars, course design concepts and e-learning content for RENAC since 2008.

Professional experience:
Mr Boensch trained as a Financial Economist and held postgraduate positions in the banking and finance industry with a sector focus on energy for five years. Since 2003, he has been working as a Finance Consultant for renewable energy project developers, financial investors and public utilities being in charge of structured and corporate finance, risk and treasury management, procurement of capital, bank marketing and M&A activities. During the last twelve years of working in the European renewable energy industry, Mr Boensch was involved in renewable energy projects with an installed capacity of more than 750MW and successfully raised capital of approx. 1.3 billion EUR. In addition to his work in renewable energy finance consulting and training, Mr Boensch lectures on academic courses on corporate finance, capital markets and renewable energy economics at different academic institutions. He is also a member of the investment decision-making board of a well-established German investment company that exclusively funds renewable energy assets.

Education:
Alexander Boensch has a Master’s degree (M.A.) in International Economics and a degree in Business Administration, Finance and Strategic Management.

Testimonials

"The knowledge acquired at GEFS was more than expected. Not only did the programme share relevant information; but also, provided us with valuable tools and experienced real life case studies that empowered us to create more value."

Antoine Skayem, Mexico, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2020

"It was a very good experience!"

Pedro Jorge, Portugal, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2020

"A very informative and professional programme with dedicated staff allowing for further professional development."

Anna Klähn, Germany, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2020

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