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Berkeley Energy (AREF II)

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Berkeley Energy is an investment manager focused on renewable energy infrastructure in emerging markets, particularly Africa. Through its funds, including AREF II, it invests in the development, construction, and operation of projects across various renewable technologies. The firm aims to deliver sustainable returns by supporting the growth of clean energy and related infrastructure in underserved regions.

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Founded 2007
Investment FundInvestorAsset Manager

Strategic Overview

  • Strong focus on renewable energy infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa, leveraging local development teams.
  • Invests across the project lifecycle from development to operation, indicating a hands-on approach.
  • AREF II builds on the success of its predecessor fund, AREF I, maintaining a consistent investment strategy and geographic focus.

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Key People

Andrew Reicher
Chairman
Michael Goldstone
Managing Partner
Lachlan Macdonald
Managing Partner
Markus Doetsch
Partner

Track Record

1,000
MW Total
10
Deals Completed
17
Years Active
Notable projects: Lake Turkana Wind Power (Kenya), BioTherm Energy (South Africa), Mawingu Networks (Kenya)

Detailed Analysis

Technologies
Solar PVOnshore WindHydropowerGeothermalBiomassDigital/TelecomTransmission
Geographies
KenyaSouth AfricaUgandaRwandaTanzaniaGhanaMauritiusBurundiDemocratic Republic of CongoNigeria
Deal Stage
GreenfieldBrownfieldOperating

Portfolio Companies

Mawingu Networks — Digital/Telecom, Solar PVCrossBoundary Energy — Solar PVVirunga Power — Hydropower, UtilitiesMettle Solar Investments — Solar PVBioTherm Energy — Onshore Wind, Solar PVLake Turkana Wind Power — Onshore Wind

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