Inspired Evolution Investment Management
Inspired Evolution Investment Management is a Cape Town-based private equity and venture capital firm focused on sustainable environmental and energy technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa. It targets equity investments across multiple growth stages, often as a lead investor seeking significant minority or majority stakes and board representation. The firm concentrates on clean energy and resource efficiency, including energy generation, water treatment, waste management, green chemistry, and related sectors, with additional exposure to sustainable agriculture, ecotourism, and green real estate. The geographic focus spans Southern Africa and broader Sub-Saharan Africa, with activity in countries such as Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and neighboring states. Inspired Evolution operates through a multidisciplinary team to deliver returns aligned with social and ecological outcomes, and maintains offices in Cape Town and internationally in Grand Baie, Mauritius; Abidjan, Ivory Coast; Nairobi, Kenya; and London, United Kingdom.
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Equator Energy
Secondary Market in 2024
Equator Energy Ltd. is a solar energy company based in Nairobi, Kenya, established in 2016. It specializes in designing, financing, supplying, installing, and operating hybrid solar plants for commercial and industrial clients in Sub-Saharan Africa. The company's focus is on reducing electricity costs for users, particularly those reliant on costly diesel power in sectors such as mining and warehousing. Equator Energy provides both on-grid and off-grid solar solutions, enabling its clients to decrease their annual power expenses while contributing to sustainable energy practices in the region.
Red Rocket South Africa
Venture Round in 2023
Red Rocket South Africa, established in 2011 and headquartered in Cape Town, specializes in the development, design, construction, operation, and ownership of utility-scale grid-connected renewable energy projects across Africa. The company focuses on wind, solar, hydro, and biomass power generation, with operations spanning multiple countries on the continent.
GENERALE DU SOLAIRE
Venture Round in 2022
GENERALE DU SOLAIRE specialized in developing, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), financing and operating solar power plants.
d.light
Venture Round in 2021
d.light develops solar-powered lighting and power products, including lights, radios, televisions, fans, and other home appliances. Their rechargeable solar kits aim to improve health, increase productivity, and enhance the quality of life for users in rural and semi-urban areas by providing access to clean energy.
Escotel
Series A in 2020
Escotel is an energy services company currently focused on Sub-Saharan Africa countries. Escotel provides energy services to mobile tower owners and operators, owning and operating decentralized renewable energy infrastructure across Africa
GigaWatt Global
Venture Round in 2020
GigaWatt Global operates as a renewable energy infrastructure company, specializing in developing and managing utility-scale solar fields. Its primary focus is on generating solar power, with additional capabilities in wind and hydroelectricity. The company aims to accelerate energy sustainability and independence in various regions by partnering with financial institutions, governments, and development groups.
Red Rocket South Africa
Venture Round in 2020
Red Rocket South Africa, established in 2011 and headquartered in Cape Town, specializes in the development, design, construction, operation, and ownership of utility-scale grid-connected renewable energy projects across Africa. The company focuses on wind, solar, hydro, and biomass power generation, with operations spanning multiple countries on the continent.
Rensource
Series A in 2019
Founded in 2015, Rensource offers subscription-based solar power services primarily for consumers and small businesses in Nigeria. The company generates electricity using small solar-hybrid systems installed on-site, providing flexible plans such as Go, Eco, Duplo, and Pro based on customers' energy needs.
SolarAfrica
Venture Round in 2019
SolarAfrica specializes in providing solar finance solutions through power purchase agreements, enabling businesses to transition to renewable energy without upfront capital expenditure (CAPEX). The company's services include financing, delivering, and maintaining solar projects, which help organizations reduce monthly electricity costs and improve their carbon footprint. SolarAfrica offers a comprehensive solution that includes maintenance, operations, insurance, performance monitoring, and ensures that the solar systems are always functioning optimally to deliver savings. This approach allows businesses to become more sustainable while benefiting from reduced electricity bills and enhanced energy management.
d.light
Series E in 2018
d.light develops solar-powered lighting and power products, including lights, radios, televisions, fans, and other home appliances. Their rechargeable solar kits aim to improve health, increase productivity, and enhance the quality of life for users in rural and semi-urban areas by providing access to clean energy.
ALTEN Renewable Energy
Venture Round in 2018
An independent power producer specializing in the development, financing, and operation of solar photovoltaic power plants.
DeAar Solar
Venture Round in 2013
DeAar Solar assists in renewable, cost-effective, pollution-free, clean energy production.
SlimSun Too
Venture Round in 2012
SlimSun Too is a 5-megawatt photovoltaic solar project.
RUSTMO1
Venture Round in 2011
RUSTMO1 is a 7 MW solar PV facility that provides improvements to the local infrastructure through uninterrupted power during daylight hours, reduces carbon footprint, and promotes socio-economic development.
SlimSun Too
Venture Round in 2011
SlimSun Too is a 5-megawatt photovoltaic solar project.
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