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SEforALL Global Forum 2025: A Landmark Event in Renewable Energy

The SEforALL Global Forum, held on March 12-13, 2025, in Bridgetown, Barbados, was a significant milestone as it mobilized over $900 million to advance the transition to clean energy. This event brought together more than 1,300 stakeholders from over 70 countries, signaling a powerful global commitment to sustainable energy initiatives.

Major Commitments and Innovations

At the forum, several groundbreaking financial commitments were unveiled:

• - $500 Million Renewable Energy Fund: Led by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, this fund aims to develop and finance mini-grids and solar systems in Nigeria, facilitating wider access to sustainable energy solutions.
• - First Loss Equity Fund ($250 Million): Allied Climate Partners declared the launch of this fund to stimulate clean energy investments worldwide, with a specific focus on the Caribbean region. A dedicated $130 million fund targets green financing in this area.
• - Results-Based Financing (RBF) Initiative ($20 Million): In collaboration with the EU and UNOPS, this funding is directed towards electrifying rural households in Sierra Leone through mini-grids.
• - Fossil Fuel Generator Replacement Initiative ($12 Million): The IKEA Foundation announced its commitment to replace fossil fuel generators in sub-Saharan Africa and other regions with renewable alternatives.
• - Electric Cooking Support Program ($3.5-5 Million): The Middle East Green Initiative, alongside global partners, is promoting electric cooking to support sustainable energy transitions in Sierra Leone.

National and Regional Energy Initiatives

The forum also witnessed the unveiling of several national and regional plans:

• - Barbados Energy Transition and Investment Plan (ETIP): Launched by Prime Minister Mia Mottley, this roadmap aims for net-zero energy consumption by 2035.
• - Pakistan’s Energy Transition Strategy: SEforALL is collaborating with Pakistan to establish a national roadmap for clean energy transition.
• - Commitment from Formula E: The motorsport series announced its intention to join UN-coordinated Energy Compacts.
• - Caribbean Financial Alliance for Net Zero: GFANZ created its Caribbean branch to mobilize private capital for local energy investments.
• - Partnership for a Just Energy Transition: SEforALL and OLADE committed to enhancing policies for equitable energy transitions in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Celebrating Energy Heroes

During the forum, the 2025 Energy Heroes awardees were announced, recognizing individuals and initiatives making significant contributions to the energy sector. The winners included innovators from Nigeria, Mozambique, Indonesia, Myanmar, Honduras, Panama, and the UAE, underscoring a diverse and impactful global effort to promote clean energy solutions.

Conclusion

The success of the 2025 SEforALL Global Forum highlights the urgency and opportunity in combating energy poverty and climate change. With strong commitments and strategic partnerships announced, the global community is poised to make substantial progress in the transition towards a sustainable energy future. The collective efforts at this forum exemplify the necessary collaboration required to foster a greener, more equitable world.

For more details on these initiatives and their progress, visit SEforALL.org.