SparkMeter provides high-quality, affordable smart metering solutions to mini-grid and central grid operators in developing rural markets around the world. Their range of meters – designed to operate in challenging and remote locations – and software allows remote management of grid performance and allows operators to supply electricity to low-consumption and low-income households and businesses…
Key Facts 72% of customers live on less than $2.50/day 92% of customers report an improvement in their lives (Acumen Lean Data study) Has dispersed more than $3m of productive equipment Rent to Own provides finance for productive equipment to rural entrepreneurs in Zambia. Using a mix of local agents knowledge and field research, they…
Key Facts Off-grid sector analysis of gaps/opportunities has drawn support from over 30 organisations including government, donors and impact investment funds NoMAP aims to reduce market barriers to energy access through high-impact initiatives in Nigeria, working in partnership with key stakeholders. In its first year, the market acceleration programme is focused on: Building market data…
Husk is one of the world’s leading off-grid utilities, providing reliable power to rural communities and businesses. They design, install and operate small-scale power plants that convert solar energy or agricultural waste into affordable electricity for people in rural India and East Africa. By using solar energy to generate power in the day and biomass…
Key Facts Largest portfolio of financed, distributed solar assets in sub-Saharan Africa Over 2520 tonnes of CO2 emissions averted CrossBoundary Energy (CBE) owns and operates solar installations for African enterprises. Their Power Purchase Agreements take on upfront costs and technical risks associated with solar PV so that Africa’s largest brands – including Unilever, Coca-Cola, and…
Key Facts Incubated four high-potential Chinese social enterprises to-date Established sourcing business to help Africa-based enterprises save costs with outsourced manufacturing Asaga Technologies (formerly China Impact Ventures) co-creates and grows high-potential businesses and technologies that address challenges related to energy, mobility and ‘smart’ agriculture in China. It supports its portfolio of businesses – including internet-enabled…
Key Facts Has electrified 350,000 households and small businesses globally 58% customers undertake more economic activities once connected, such as employment, entrepreneurship, or education Bboxx manufactures, distributes and finances decentralised solar powered systems in developing countries, scaling through forging strategic partnerships and its innovative technology Bboxx Pulse®, a comprehensive management platform using IoT technology. Through…
key facts >15 innovative pilots enabled to reach unserved areas and scale productive use technology 125,000+ new connections from pilots for Uganda’s hardest to reach It is estimated that 80% of Ugandans live without access to energy and that 30% of connections are predicted to be off-grid. The Uganda Off-Grid Energy Market Accelerator (UOMA) is a…
Highlights Over 11,450 fridges sold to UNICEF India and the Indian Ministry of Health in 2020/21 which played a crucial part in the vaccine rollout Established a local subsidiary in Kenya and have built a strong initial sales team there Sure Chill has developed and patented a unique cooling technology that enables cooling equipment to…
KEY FACTS Increases farmers’ yields by up to 300% Winner of the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Solutions Award for their breakthrough innovation Launch and roll-out of IT infrastructure changes on SunCulture solar water pumps that will lead to lower after sales costs SunCulture provides smallholder farmers in East Africa with the technology, financing and training to…