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Barbados to Host IDB Invest Sustainability Week 2026

The year 2026 will witness a significant event in the Caribbean as Barbados prepares to host the Sustainability Week organized by IDB Invest, taking place from May 26 to May 28, 2026 in Bridgetown. This is a historic occasion, marking the first time the Sustainability Week is being celebrated in the Caribbean. The event aims to mobilize private investments for resilient projects across Latin America and the Caribbean.

This notable week will gather a diverse audience comprised of investors, businesses, and project sponsors who are keen to explore investment opportunities and practical financial solutions. By connecting capital providers with entrepreneurs, the forum emphasizes the development and financing of key projects focusing on resilience, infrastructure, nature-based solutions, and job creation.

Ilan Goldfajn, CEO of the IDB Group, highlighted the critical role that multilateral development banks play in mobilizing large-scale private capital. He stated, "Through IDB Invest+ and our 'Originate to Share' business model, we plan to mobilize more capital while accelerating project execution by creating project portfolios, sharing risks, and connecting investors with ready-to-deploy projects. Holding Sustainability Week in the Caribbean for the first time underscores the region's growing importance for private investment."

In addition to appealing to investors, James P. Scriven, the CEO of IDB Invest, commented on the current market appetite for sustainable assets, noting that Sustainability Week 2026 presents a unique opportunity to link capital with high-impact projects in Latin America and the Caribbean. Scriven described the event as business-centric, offering a high-level platform where sustainability solutions transform into fundable opportunities that yield results for economies, communities, and the environment.

The convening of this forum in Barbados highlights the Caribbean's emerging role as a prime destination for private investment, particularly in resilient infrastructure. The event has garnered notable acclaim, having won Eventex awards in the years 2023 and 2025 for its sustainable and innovative design. The latest edition, which took place in Manaus, Brazil, saw participation from over 900 in-person attendees, 14,500 online participants, and collaboration from 46 organizations worldwide.

As the event approaches, stakeholders are encouraged to learn more about the sustainability initiatives and register online through the official IDB Invest website at www.idbinvest.org/en/sustainability/sustainability-week-2026. There, participants will find additional resources and updates about the event, furthering their engagement in promoting sustainability and collaboration within the region's investment landscape.

In conclusion, this gathering will not only underscore Barbados' prominence on the global sustainable investment stage but will also catalyze innovative project financing in the Caribbean, reinforcing the region's commitment to resilience and sustainability.