Where Can Developers Find Alternative Capital in a Higher Interest Rate Environment?

Synopsis

As interest rates remain elevated, renewable energy developers are exploring diverse funding sources beyond traditional project finance. This session examines innovative capital structures and emerging funding channels that can help projects move forward despite challenging market conditions.

• Green bonds and sustainability-linked loan structures that effectively reduce financing costs for renewable projects
• Hybrid debt instruments proving most effective in the current interest rate environment
• Direct participation models for institutional investors outside traditional bank structures
• Innovative credit enhancement mechanisms improving financing terms for renewable assets
• Capital stack optimization strategies balancing cost of capital against flexibility and control
• Alternative financing sources for projects facing refinancing challenges due to rate increases
• Strategic approaches to managing interest rate risk through hedging and structured products
• Regional variations in capital availability and how developers can access cross-border funding