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IDB Invest's 2026 Sustainability Week Set for Barbados

In a landmark announcement, IDB Invest has revealed that the long-anticipated Sustainability Week 2026 (SW26) will take place from May 26 to May 28, 2026, in Bridgetown, Barbados. This is a significant development as it marks the first time this major event will be held in the Caribbean, serving as a crucial platform for attracting private investment into resilient projects across Latin America and the Caribbean.

A Platform for Collaboration

The Sustainability Week will bring together investors, businesses, and project developers to explore viable investment opportunities and concrete financing solutions. By connecting capital providers with entrepreneurs, the forum aims to support the development and funding of projects focused on resilience, infrastructure, nature-based solutions, and job creation.

Ilan Goldfajn, president of IDB Group, stated, “Multilateral development banks play a vital role in mobilizing large-scale private capital. Through IDB Invest+ and our 'Originate to Share' business model, we want to mobilize more capital and accelerate execution by establishing pipelines, sharing risks, and connecting investors to projects that are ready to launch.” The hosting of the Sustainability Week in the Caribbean underscores the region's increasing importance for private investment.

Attracting Sustainable Investment

James P. Scriven, CEO of IDB Invest, emphasized the growing enthusiasm among investors for sustainable assets, noting that SW26 represents a unique opportunity to connect capital with high-impact projects in Latin America and the Caribbean. “This event is primarily for businesses and offers a high-level platform where sustainable development solutions are transformed into banking opportunities that yield results for our economies, communities, and the environment,” he explained.

The event's organization in Barbados highlights the region's rising role as a destination for private investment, particularly in the realm of resilient infrastructure.

Recognition for Innovation

The forum has garnered international recognition, having won Eventex awards in 2023 and 2025 for its sustainable and innovative design. The previous edition, held in Manaus, Brazil, attracted over 900 in-person attendees, along with 14,500 online participants and 46 partner organizations from around the globe.

Looking Ahead

As the countdown to May 2026 begins, the anticipation for IDB Invest's Sustainability Week in Barbados is growing. For those interested in exploring investment opportunities and aligning with the region's sustainable development goals, further details and registration options can be found at IDB Invest's official website.

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With the Caribbean poised to embrace significant investment opportunities, this event promises to be a catalyst for change and a model for future sustainable investments.