CASE STUDY

Off-grid Energy Expert to deliver market intelligence and investment support

Delivered market study, stakeholder engagement, and due diligence support

Project Snapshot

LOCATION

Pan Africa

Time to project start

1 month

PROJECT LENGTH

3 months

SECTOR

Energy & Utilities

About the Client

A Global Impact Investment Fund that deploys patient capital to foster economic opportunities and social equity in underserved communities worldwide. The fund targets initiatives that promote inclusive growth, economic justice, and resilient livelihoods, investing in sectors like financial inclusion, small business growth, affordable housing, and sustainable agriculture.

The Project

Soros Economic Development Fund sought an Off-Grid Energy Market Expert to;

Develop a market report on the African off-grid (incl. mini-grid) market
Participate in a due diligence trip and attend the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo alongside the Principal.

The Talent We matched

Off-Grid Energy Market Expert

13+ Years Experience

TRACK RECORD

Mini-grid finance, due diligence, modelling

ORGANIZATIONS SERVED

USAID, World Bank, IFC, GOGLA, Lighting Global, ESMAP

INTERNATIONAL FOOTPRINT

Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Zambia, Nigeria, Ghana, Malawi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali, Bermuda, New Zealand.

The consultant was highly responsive and worked independently to engage the right stakeholders. Their ability to synthesize data and literature significantly strengthened the impact case, and their collaborative approach helped keep the work focused and aligned with our goals.

Daan Besamusca

Principal SEDF

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