Speakers

Voices Shaping the Andes Energy Transition

ANDREC brings together government officials, project developers, financiers, and technical experts to share insight on renewable energy across Colombia and the wider Andean region.

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The 2019 Speaker Line-Up

Past editions of ANDREC have featured more than 100 expert speakers across the government, regulatory, finance, and project development communities. The 2019 congress was held 8–10 October at The Sheraton Bogotá Hotel, Bogotá.

Government & Policy Senior Representative Ministry of Mines and Energy, Colombia Driving Colombia toward its 30% renewable energy target by 2030.
Regulation Senior Representative CREG & UPME Market design, auctions, and grid integration for non-conventional renewables.
Project Development Senior Representative Voltalia Utility-scale solar and wind project pipelines in the Andean region.
Finance & Investment Senior Representative Development Bank / Private Equity Capital structures, blended finance, and risk allocation for LATAM renewables.
Technology Senior Representative Module & Inverter Manufacturers Hardware innovation, storage pairing, and EPC best practice.
Operations & EPC Senior Representative EPC Contractor Construction, commissioning, and long-term asset performance.

The full 2019 speaker list is presented in category form above. For enquiries about speaking opportunities at future editions, contact the team via the page below.

Topics on the Agenda

Sessions are organised around the practical questions facing developers, investors, and policymakers in Colombia and the wider Andes region.

Solar PV Onshore wind Hydropower diversification Energy storage Regulatory framework Project finance Grid integration PPAs & offtakers EPC & supply chain Local content

ANDREC's speaker roster is carefully curated to reflect the full spectrum of voices shaping the Andean energy transition. From senior government officials and regulatory authorities to project developers, financiers, and technical specialists, the program brings together decision-makers who can move the conversation from ambition to execution. This diversity ensures that attendees encounter perspectives grounded in policy, capital strategy, engineering, and on-the-ground implementation across Colombia and the wider region.

Past editions of the congress have welcomed a broad international community of experts alongside Colombian stakeholders, creating a forum where local priorities meet global best practice. Speakers have shared insights on regulatory frameworks, grid integration, community engagement, and emerging technologies that are reshaping how renewable energy projects are financed, permitted, and operated. The result is a program that is as practical as it is forward-looking, addressing the real questions facing early-stage developers and established operators alike.

The conference is designed to give every delegate direct access to the people setting the agenda. Sessions combine keynote addresses with panel discussions, fireside conversations, and interactive formats that encourage genuine dialogue between speakers and the audience. This structure helps participants move beyond passive listening and into meaningful exchanges that can spark partnerships, attract investment, and inform the next generation of renewable energy projects across the country.

By convening such a wide range of expertise in a single venue, ANDREC reinforces its role as a meeting point for the regional energy community. The speaker line-up reflects the congress's commitment to inclusion, technical depth, and international collaboration, ensuring that each edition leaves attendees better equipped to navigate the opportunities and challenges of building a cleaner, more resilient energy system in Colombia and beyond.

Interested in speaking at a future edition?

Reach the ANDREC programming team to discuss session topics, panel opportunities, and thought-leadership formats.

Contact the Speaker Team