Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS)

 

Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS) provides a comprehensive overview of the financing of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency projects (EE), particularly from the bank’s perspective. This programme prepares participants to lead and implement crucial processes in the green energy financial sector, including term sheet preparation and development as well as using financial models and tools to assess renewable energy projects. It is also available in Spanish. The Green Energy Finance Specialist combines a 21-week online phase with an additional three-day in-person seminar in mid-March/September. Participants can choose to attend the three-day seminar either in-person in Berlin, Germany or virtually from anywhere in the world.

This programme covers: 

  • Fundamentals of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) technologies
  • Political and legal market frameworks
  • Project financing and project evaluation (RE and EE)
  • Financial modelling
  • International climate finance options
  • Renewable energy feasibility assessment and investment valuation

To supplement the learning experience, participants will have access to short introductory courses on energy and electricity topics. These courses are not mandatory and will not be covered in the exam.

After successful completion of the GEFS programme, participants can continue their studies by applying to the distance-learning Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance programme. Credits from GEFS (28 ECTS credits total with additional university exercises and exams) can be applied towards the Master of Science (M.Sc.). This unique opportunity is offered by RENAC in cooperation with the Berlin Professional School (BPS). BPS is part of the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR). GEFS provides students with the crucial background and knowledge necessary to successfully pursue the Master of Science degree.

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After completing this programme, participants should be able to:

  • evaluate relevant RE and EE technologies and projects;
  • use financial models and develop term sheets for RE and EE projects;
  • develop and evaluate portfolios of RE and EE projects;
  • summarise the global and regional market development for renewable energy and energy efficiency investments;
  • appraise an energy efficiency project in detail, including under the use of the ESCO model, and;
  • identify options for international climate finance and how to access such funds.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive a RENAC Certificate.

The entry requirements for the Green Energy Finance Specialist are as follows:

  • An academic degree, at least a bachelor’s degree, in the area of business/economics, finance, industrial engineering or alike;
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in the area of finance and/or green energy; and
  • High motivation to specialize in the field of green energy and climate finance.

 

The GEFS Programme welcomes experienced practitioners with the following professional backgrounds:

  • Banking (e.g. project finance, clean energy, asset management, investment banking, credit analysts)
  • Institutional investing (e.g. private equity, clean energy fund management, life insurance)
  • Private investing (e.g. wealth management, family offices)
  • Project development and project sponsoring firms
  • Green technology suppliers (manufacturing, wholesale, etc.)
  • Consulting (law firms, transaction and tax advisory firms)

 

Duration: 21-week online training phase, combined with a three-day seminar

Study time: About 280 self-study hours and 25 hours in-class

Dates:  Semesters are scheduled to begin on October 1 and April 1. Final seminars of each semester are scheduled for the first or second week of March and the first or second week of September.

Detailed course description is available for download.

E-learning platform: Access the demo course on our e-learning platform.

Technical Requirements:

  • Access to a computer with reliable internet connection and a speed of at least 2 Mbit/s.
  • An e-mail account that is frequently checked.
  • A headset or speakers to listen to presentations.
  • For webinars, the Zoom application should be installed.
  • Please note: to complete an assessment in Module 5, there is an additional technical requirement. You will need to use the Excel tool, RE Project Evaluator, to make calculations.


*incl 19 % of German VAT

Additional Information

Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS)

Highlights

  • Flexibility to study at any time and from any location
  • RENAC content expert and learning platform technical support
  • Moderated discussion forum for students
  • Live lectures
  • Multimedia learning materials
  • Self-assessments, assignments and final exam
  • Certified with 6 ECTS credits (more info)
  • Integration of GEFS within the Master of Science in Business Management with a major in Green Energy and Climate Finance (recognition of further ECTS credits with additional university assignments)
  • Certified by the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation FIBAA
  • RENAC certificate upon successful completion of the training
  • We offer discounts for our alumni, group bookings, and multiple purchases. Contact us for further details.

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Contact

Katharina Hartmann
Project Director Green Energy and Climate Finance
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 24
Email: hartmann[at]renac.de

Available dates & times

Next DateType of trainingLanguageRegistration deadlinePrice €VAT InfoEarly bird €Price €*Valid until 
01.04.25 - 30.09.25Blended learningEN04.04.2025 3.808,00*
3.200,00
 
3.808,00*
3.200,00
01.10.25 - 31.03.26Blended learningEN04.10.2025 3.808,00*
3.200,00
 
3.427,20*
2.880,00
3.427,20*
2.880,00
01.08.2025

* including 19 % of German VAT

Lecturers

Alexander Boensch, RENAC
Björn Dransfeld, The Greenwerk
Sebastian Eberhardt, RENAC
Swapnika Goud, Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin

Testimonials

"I participated in the GEFS program to expand my knowledge of Green Energy Finance, specifically renewable energy financing. Overall, the GEFS program has allowed me to gain a better appreciation of renewable energy financing, from the technology and process to operations, contracting, financing, and eventual decommissioning. I believe the GEFS program is highly comprehensive and has a broad industry scope that applies to renewable energy practitioners worldwide."
Paulo Esmaquel, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2023

"Having recently developed a keen interest in Renewables and Green Energy, along with a plan to begin investing in the sector, I discovered that the RENAC GEFS course outline adequately covered my areas of interest. The material was presented in an organized and cohesive manner, and my favorite module was the one on RE project financing.
The learning experience has had an immediate impact on my daily professional activities. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in this sector."
Eshiet Solomon, Commodity Trade Finance, Methana Energy, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2023

"RENAC's Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS) programme has proven to be an excellent study and networking platform for those looking to get into the renewable energy industry or to further their knowledge."
Wandile Ngema, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2022

"Very well-tailored content and case studies. A must for anyone in engineering and the finance sector who wants to be involved with green energy finance. The Green Energy Finance Specialist (GEFS) programme is not limited to one region or continent, but the knowledge can be applied worldwide in different green energy disciplines."
Erlet Shaqe, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2022

"The content was more than I expected and the RENAC team is incredibly supportive. I will definitely come back again to RENAC academy for other professional training."
Mohammed Sallam, Green Energy Finance Specialist, 2021

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