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$5M – $100M+
Norfund provides minority financial investment to projects in renewable energy, financial inclusion, scalable enterprises, and green infrastructure. It is relevant for entrepreneurs and industrial investors leading projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Ukraine. Existing data indicates typical ticket sizes of $5M to $100M+.
Minority financial investment
Norfund works as a minority financial investor in projects.
Renewable Energy
Increasing energy access and supply.
Financial Inclusion
Strengthening access to finance.
Scalable Enterprises
Growing companies and creating jobs.
Green Infrastructure
Improving essential infrastructure services.
Norway's DFI. NOK 40B+ (~$3.7B) portfolio. 60%+ in clean energy. Sub-Saharan Africa is primary region. Major LP in African VC/PE funds. KLP Norfund Investments (joint vehicle with Norwegian pension fund). Strong climate finance mandate.
Long-term capital, clean energy expertise, Norwegian business connections, ESG frameworks
Institutional process. Clean energy focus. Large minimum tickets.
Norfund states that entrepreneurs or industrial investors are expected to lead projects, with Norfund participating as a minority investor. Applications should clearly show a lead sponsor, the investment need, and fit with one of Norfund’s stated sectors and target regions.
1997
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Multiple clean energy, financial inclusion, and agricultural investments across Africa