SunFunder
Overview
SunFunder is a solar finance business based in Washington D.C. and Nairobi with a mission to unlock capital for solar energy in emerging markets, where over 2.2 billion people live without access to reliable energy. SunFunder unlocks capital for solar beyond the grid; we offer investors diversified, high impact, fixed-income debt products, comprising portfolios of emerging market solar investments. Our solar loans range from inventory finance and working capital to structured receivables financing and larger commercial projects. We started 2016 with $15 million of debt funds, and ended it having raised that to $39 million through our new Beyond The Grid Solar Fund. To date we have invested $29 million, in over 100 transactions and more than 30 borrowers.\\
Investment Focus
- Focus on solar energy projects in emerging markets
- Projects that improve access to clean, reliable energy
- Companies with a track record in deploying solar energy systems
- Projects that contribute to mitigating CO2 emissions
Portfolio Companies
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about SunFunder
What sectors does SunFunder invest in?
SunFunder invests in Financial Services, Renewables, Solar, Crowdfunding and Energy & Utilities, and is based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. SunFunder is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does SunFunder invest at?
SunFunder backs companies at Early Stage, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 10M.
Which regions does SunFunder invest in?
SunFunder invests across United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Singapore, France and Kenya.
Who are the partners at SunFunder?
Team members listed for SunFunder include Audrey Desiderato (Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer) and Ritesh Shah (CFO).
What companies has SunFunder invested in?
SunFunder's portfolio includes Zola Electric, SolarNow, d.light, SunCulture, Sun King, PEG Africa, BioLite and Daystar Power.
How do I contact SunFunder?
SunFunder's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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