The African Caribbean Sustainability & Investment Summit (AC/SIS) has achieved a milestone with the successful facilitation of its first multimillion-dollar investment deal under the newly launched Global Trading Initiative (GTI). The deal marks a significant step toward strengthening economic ties between Africa and the Caribbean through sustainable projects with a global impact.
On Friday, February 14, 2025, HenleyCaribbean Sustainable Ventures Ltd. and Blue Planet Renewables Ltd. signed a transformative partnership agreement to introduce a revolutionary poultry feed combined with biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel byproducts. This innovative collaboration will bring the sustainable solution to both the Caribbean and Ghana, ensuring economic and environmental benefits for these regions.
The investment agreement was formalised between Blue Planet Renewables Ltd., a Caribbean-owned company, a Latin American investor, and a Ghanaian landowner. This partnership will see the establishment of a groundbreaking agrivoltaic project in Ghana, spanning an impressive 5,000 hectares. The project, which merges agriculture with solar energy production, sets a precedent for sustainable land use in emerging markets and will help provide renewable energy while promoting food security in the region.
David F. Roberts, Founder and Chairman of AC/SIS, hailed the achievement as “an absolutely astonishing achievement” that showcases the initiative’s ability to turn dialogue into action. “This is a pivotal moment for AC/SIS. It validates our mission and proves that our concept is fit for purpose,” Roberts said. “By providing a platform where global stakeholders can turn dialogue into tangible outcomes, AC/SIS is driving real economic transformation.”
AC/SIS serves as a premier platform for sustainable growth, bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and project developers from across Africa and the Caribbean. The summit aims to accelerate high-impact investment opportunities by fostering collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. By doing so, AC/SIS ensures that investments are strategically aligned for long-term prosperity.
The success of AC/SIS led to the creation of the Global Trading Initiative (GTI), an action-driven extension designed to bridge the gap between potential and execution. GTI facilitates structured deal-making opportunities, enabling investors and entrepreneurs to capitalize on vetted, high-value projects across several key sectors, including renewable energy, infrastructure, technology, agriculture, and creative industries.
GTI members enjoy direct access to influential decision-makers, tailored business support, market entry strategies, and comprehensive deal facilitation services. Roberts emphasized that GTI’s mission goes beyond simply introducing investors to projects. “We actively support businesses through every stage of the investment process, ensuring projects progress from concept to completion,” he added.
This first major investment deal under GTI highlights the potential of collaborative investment to foster sustainable development. AC/SIS and GTI are now inviting investors, entrepreneurs, project developers, and government agencies to join the movement and participate in the Africa-Caribbean economic transformation.
