“FES Government & Investment” has been launched as a new initiative promoted by Future Energy Summit (FES) in collaboration with the Latin American Energy Organisation (OLADE), within the framework of the XI Energy Week—an event widely recognised as the region’s leading platform for high-level political and strategic dialogue on energy.
This year, the XI Energy Week will be held from 6 to 9 October 2026 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
This annual gathering, which brings together 27 countries from Latin America and the Caribbean, has established itself as a key platform for public policy exchange, convening ministers, CEOs and global experts at a critical moment for regional energy security. It stands out for its commitment to innovation, equity and sustainability in the energy sector.
“FES Government & Investment”, the debut
In this eleventh edition, the XI Energy Week agenda will incorporate the “FES Government & Investment” initiative, a joint proposal by OLADE and Future Energy Summit—the leading conference and brand positioning platform in the region.
A unique platform to connect investment, regulation and strategy
FES Government & Investment will take place on 7 and 8 October, within an agenda that includes the participation of energy ministers, regulatory authorities and electricity sector representatives from the 27 OLADE member countries, fostering a direct dialogue environment with the private sector.
It is worth noting that OLADE represents the largest institutional energy coordination platform in Latin America and the Caribbean, bringing together governments whose energy systems serve more than 600 million people.
Andrés Rebolledo, Executive Secretary of OLADE, stated:
“We highly value the creation of this forum, which will enable public-private dialogue on the energy future of Latin America and the Caribbean alongside leading companies operating in the region.”
The forum’s agenda reflects the current momentum of the regional energy sector, combining political vision, business strategy and technical analysis.
Throughout the event, key topics will include:
- The current landscape of private investment and public tenders in renewable energy across Latin America and the Caribbean
- The competitiveness of solar PV, wind power and energy storage, and their impact on technological innovation
- The development of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and their role in electricity systems
- The transformation of energy companies towards sustainable models
- Project bankability and the role of capital in the energy transition
A dedicated dialogue session between ministers, regulators and executives is also planned, aimed at discussing roadmaps for the regional energy transition, consolidating a space for direct conversation that is uncommon in the industry.
The forum will include:
- High-level panels with public and private sector leaders
- Dialogue roundtables between CEOs and ministers
- Strategic meetings between companies, governments and financial institutions
- Institutional and technical networking spaces
- Specialised sessions on technology, markets and financing
Regional scope and international projection
The forum will be open to the public, subject to prior registration and capacity limits, and is expected to attract more than 1,000 in-person participants, including official delegations, private sector executives and representatives of international organisations.
More than 100 CEOs, senior executives and government leaders are expected to participate in panel discussions, alongside the presence of the region’s leading energy institutions.
The event will also be streamed live on YouTube, expanding its global reach and positioning its debates on the international energy agenda.
As part of the experience, an exclusive digital platform will also be developed to follow the forum, inviting participants and global audiences to interact and continue the dialogue beyond the event.
FES Government & Investment, the documentary
OLADE and FES will produce an official audiovisual documentary capturing the key discussions held during Energy Week, including interviews with government officials and leading energy companies in the region.
A strategic dialogue environment for the sector
The forum will strengthen the relationship between the public and private sectors at a time when coordination between regulation, investment and technological development is essential for the energy transition.
In this context, exchange opportunities will be created to facilitate understanding of regulatory priorities, implementation challenges and investment opportunities across regional markets.
Part of a regional tour
This meeting is part of the international Future Energy Summit tour, which spans key energy markets across Latin America and Europe, consolidating spaces for dialogue between public and private stakeholders in each country.
With a presence in more than 10 markets annually and a community of over 75,000 energy professionals, FES has established itself as one of the region’s leading platforms for industry engagement.
A forum shaping the region’s energy future
The FES–OLADE Forum positions itself as a space where governments, companies and financial institutions converge to analyse trends, share experiences, and shape the future of the energy sector in Latin America.
It is a setting where public decision-making connects with private investment dynamics at a pivotal moment for the region’s energy development.
About OLADE
The Latin American Energy Organisation (OLADE) is a public intergovernmental body for cooperation, coordination and technical advisory services, established on 2 November 1973 through the Lima Agreement and ratified by 27 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Its main objective is to promote integration, conservation, efficient use, commercialisation and protection of the region’s energy resources.
