ECREEE at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4)

Seville, Spain – On July 1, 2025, ECREEE and UNCDF co-hosted a high-level side event at FFD4 under the theme “Unlocking Energy Finance for All in West Africa.” The event focused on addressing energy financing challenges in the region and promoting investment in renewables.

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray highlighted the launch of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Facility (EREEEF) to reduce investment risks and strengthen regional ownership. ECREEE Executive Director Francis Sempore stressed EREEEF’s role in closing financing gaps and supporting long-term sustainable energy development in West Africa.

The event was organized in collaboration with EBID, GGGI, AECID, and UNCDF, promoting innovative partnerships for West Africa’s green energy transition.