A2E

2022年9月22日

北歐發展基金加入能源基金支持獲取能源(A2E)企業在撒哈拉以南非洲地區的6秒前盡管18%的世界人口生活在非洲,不到全球6%的能源消耗來自非洲。6億非洲人仍然缺乏電力,其中約50%生活在剛果民主共和國(DRC)、埃塞俄比亞、尼日利亞、坦桑尼亞和烏幹達。一些國家,如加納、肯尼亞、盧旺達、為在2030年完全訪問,可以很好的例子為其他國家效仿。而1.6億非洲人獲得電力供應比2010年還是19日需要做更多,快!以確保普遍獲得負擔得起的電力是通過2030年,連接超過7000萬人每年將需要添加!這基本上意味著三倍目前的連接速度,根據國際能源機構的最新非洲能源展望報告。所以,有很多工作要做,以確保我們有機會滿足這些目標與聯合國可持續發展目標7。企業A2E部門需要他們能夠得到的所有幫助。很多人需要幫助與能力建設等關鍵領域的融資渠道和技術援助。隨著電氣化率難以跟上人口增長和不穩定的力量,如大流行和通貨膨脹導致頻繁的中斷,替代能源可持續的關鍵需求。 The Energy Entrepreneurs Growth Fund (EEGF) is a blended investment fund that supports early-growth Access to Energy (A2E) businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa. It supports all types of companies operating in the access to energy value chain, aiming to contribute to the development of the entire off-grid energy ecosystem and providing benefits to all stakeholders. Managed by Triple Jump, the fund is designed to offer patient, risk-tolerant, and flexible capital combined with targeted technical assistance. This type of capital addresses an important gap in the sector and seeks to provide a bridge towards bringing in commercial scale-up investors. Studies have shown that mini-grid and off-grid sources can play a key role in future access to energy, with drastically less startup and operational costs than conventional infrastructure. EEGF’s investment strategy reflects this reality, allocating up to 80% to solar home system companies, commercial and industrial companies, and mini-grids, while 20% is reserved for ‘Enablers’, which are technology companies specializing in a specific part of the A2E value chain, enabling overall sector professionalization. The Nordic Development Fund has now also joined the EEGF as a key investor . Isabel Leroux, Program Manager at NDF, says, “EEGF can have a remarkable impact on building resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa, which is at the very core of NDF’s strategic focus. Focusing their investment on A2E enterprises which support off-grid homes and small businesses, especially in rural communities, the Fund looks for long-lasting solutions with an innovative approach and a focus on gender equality. It is a very welcome addition to our investment portfolio.” One of the ways EEGF provides capacity development and de-risks investment is through its Engine Room Support, a support stream that is engaged throughout the investment process, from initial due diligence to the post-investment period. Another critical stream is the Technical Assistance Facility (TAF), a support structure made possible with grant financing from NDF and other investors. According to Jan-Henrik Kuhlmann, Head of Direct Investments at Triple Jump, TAF was designed “to develop a scalable and investable off-grid A2E market that serves its consumers best and contributes to a long-lasting positive impact on quality of life, the economy, and the environment.” This blend of active support and capacity development can be absolutely crucial for the A2E sector. The EEGF was created by the Shell Foundation and FMO (Dutch Development Bank) and co-funded by FinDev Canada, and now NDF. The EEGF is managed by the leading impact investor Triple Jump and advised by Persistent, a pioneer venture builder in Africa’s renewable sector. Appreciate CleanTechnica’s originality and cleantech news coverage? Consider becoming a CleanTechnica Member, Supporter, Technician, or Ambassador — or a patron on Patreon . Have a tip for CleanTechnica, want to advertise, or want to suggest a guest for our CleanTech Talk podcast? Contact us here . Advertisement