Renewables

Protection for the entire lifecycle of your renewable energy projects

The global renewable energy industry is expanding rapidly, with annual investments topping $500 billion. While solar and wind dominate, battery storage and green hydrogen are emerging quickly across key regions like the US, China, Europe, Latin America, India, and the Middle East. To navigate these fast-evolving markets, WBN provides expert risk guidance and asset protection.
Opportunities in the industry
With advancements in the renewables sector paving the way, there are several opportunities for organizations to grow.
Global decarbonization initiatives

Corporate net-zero commitments, government initiatives, and tax credits are accelerating renewable adoption, with global renewable capacity set to double by 2030.

ESG and institutional capital inflows

Infrastructure funds and pension investors are increasingly allocating capital to renewable portfolios. This influx of funds demands sophisticated liability planning to securely back progress.

Technology integration

Digitalization and advanced monitoring systems such as smart grids are improving operational efficiency and predictive maintenance of renewable systems.

Challenges you’re facing
We understand the challenges facing organizations in the renewable energy sector. As your partner, we help to best protect against these capital and operational risks.
Capital intensity

High upfront investment and development costs demand intricate financial plans, that can be easily derailed. At WBN, we help you put the right contracts and policies in place so you can protect your business plan.

Regulatory uncertainty

Dependence on tax incentives, renewable credits, and policy stability impact the viability of a project. This can create regulatory exposures and compliance challenges that need the local broker expertise WBN was built for.

Catastrophe exposure

Solar and wind assets are exposed to increasingly volatile weather events, such as hailstorms, hurricanes, and wildfires. The damage from these can threaten revenue flow. Using our close relationships with global and local carriers, our brokers work together to put programs in place to mitigate these risks.

Grid infrastructure constraints

Interconnection delays and transmission bottlenecks can slow down deployment timelines, making revenue projections unstable. We have a range of solutions to help deal with these kinds of challenges.

How we can help

At WBN, we know the complexities that come with managing renewable portfolios. Our global network of local experts provides local regulatory insight and tailored risk management solutions designed around your operational realities.

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Comprehensive protection designed for your world
  • Construction Risk
  • Delay in Start-Up
  • Property (Operational Assets)
  • Business Interruption
  • Natural Catastrophe Coverage
  • Equipment Breakdown (Turbines, Inverters, Transformers)
  • Marine Cargo (Transit of Large Components)
  • Environmental/Pollution Liability
  • General Liability
  • Excess/Umbrella Liability
  • Professional Liability (E&O for Engineers/Developers)
  • Cyber Liability (Grid & SCADA Systems)
  • Political Risk (Emerging Markets)
  • Medical Programs (Project-Based & Skilled Workforce)
  • Disability (Short & Long Term)
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Safety & Risk Engineering Programs
  • Mental Health & Fatigue Management
  • Wellness Programs
  • Financial Wellbeing & Retirement Solutions

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