What Will You Learn?

Understanding the myriad definitions of what is ‘cleantech’
Making sense of the investment value chain, and how project deals are structured, financed and exited
Assessing the various classes of cleantech projects (wind, solar, biomass, etc.) and analyzing which ones are poised for short- or long-term success
Indentifying the best opportunities for investment returns in a nascent market
Methods for conducting investment due diligence and manager due diligence when investing through cleantech funds and fund-of-funds
The advantages of investing in cleantech through each type of investment strategy (direct investment, venture funds, PE, hedge funds, fund of funds)
Steps for portfolio creation amid a dearth of sector experience
Techniques for managing risk/reward ratios
Identifying the key elements of the Stimulus and Bailout bills, and how they affect cleantech projects
Understanding which programs qualify, and reviewing project qualification deadlines
Assessing the criteria used to determine the best use of investment tax credits vs. production tax credits vs. cash grant program
The cash grant program: an explanation of how it will work and how to maximize its benefits
Partnership flip deals versus sale-leasebacks, inverted pass-through leases
Deadlines for project qualifications