Joint-ventures in equity funding
ERC is actively encouraging private equity investments in renewable energy projects across Australia and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with a further expansion plans into European markets, offering attractive opportunities with 3 to 5 year exit strategies. This approach aims to accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies in these markets.
As a joint venture, this partnership provides investors with a framework for participation in both Australian and APAC renewable projects. The initiative often involves co-investment structures, typically with a mutually agreed favorable equity splits. This agreed structure helps to mitigate risks and secure attractive returns for investors.
Key aspects of this program include:
1. Diverse project portfolio: Investments span various renewable technologies, including solar, wind, energy storage, and green hydrogen.
2. Regional focus: While centred on Australia, the program extends to promising projects across the APAC region, offering geographical diversification.
3. Risk mitigation: The co-investment model allows for shared risk, with ERC’s involvement providing additional project credibility and support.
4. Accelerated development: The 3 to 5 year exit timeframe encourages rapid project development and commercialisation.
5. Attractive returns: The structure aims to balance risk and reward, offering potentially lucrative returns as projects reach operational status.
6. Knowledge sharing: Investors benefit from ERC’s expertise and regional insights, enhancing project success rates.
This initiative aligns with the growing demand for clean energy solutions in the region and supports Australia’s and other APAC countries’ commitments to reaching net-zero emissions targets.
Key focus areas for investment:
Large-scale hybrid solar and wind farms
Energy storage solutions
Green hydrogen production
Grid integration technologies
ERC emphasis on knowledge sharing and collaboration helps create a favourable ecosystem for investors. By partnering with ERC, private equity firms can access valuable industry insights and networks.
Australia’s commitment to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 and the increasing demand for clean energy solutions present significant growth opportunities. The 3 to 5 year exit time frame aligns well with project development cycles, allowing investors to capitalise on the rapid advancements in renewable technologies and potentially lucrative returns as projects reach operational status.
