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Top 10 Energy Infrastructure Companies in Africa

8 Jul 2024

Top 10 Energy Infrastructure Companies in Africa

PF Nexus Highlights the Leading Organisations Shaping the Renewable Energy Landscape in Africa

In this article, PF Nexus highlights the leading organisations shaping the renewable energy landscape in Africa.

Africa stands at the forefront of a renewable energy revolution, poised to leverage its abundant natural resources and drive sustainable development. With unparalleled solar, wind, and hydropower potential, coupled with critical minerals essential for clean technologies, the continent holds immense promise for advancing the green transition. African nations have set ambitious targets to expand renewable energy capacity from 56 GW in 2022 to 300 GW by 2030, aiming to electrify communities, stimulate economic growth, and establish global leadership in climate action.

Energy infrastructure plays a pivotal role in modern power systems, encompassing the networks and facilities vital for energy generation, transmission, and distribution. This includes pipelines, power cables, smart grids, and data-driven technologies. As global momentum towards net-zero emissions intensifies, the demand for reliable, sustainable energy solutions is driving increased investments in energy infrastructure. This infrastructure not only facilitates renewable energy integration but also enhances energy security and supports the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Renewable energy has rapidly emerged as one of the world’s largest industries, surpassing even Oil & Gas in recent years. This growth has catalysed the rise of numerous influential companies pivotal to the energy transition, including project developers, renewable energy investors, and firms specializing in financial, technical, or legal advisory services. \

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Top 10 Energy Infrastructure Companies in Oceania

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Aquila Capital

Founded 2001DEU
SolarWindEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Developer, Investor, Lender
Aquila Capital is an investment and asset management company specialising in clean energy, green infrastructure, and sustainable real estate, operating as an investor and developer across Europe and New Zealand. They provide tailored fund vehicles and investment solutions with a focus on sustainability. Aquila Capital's real asset portfolio includes solar PV, wind energy, hydropower, battery energy storage systems (BESS), data centers, forestry, green logistics and energy efficiency projects. The company's portfolio comprises 77 projects with a total capacity of 795 MW, including 295 MW operational, 400 MW under construction/RTB, and 100 MW pre-RTB. Projects are located in Spain, Portugal, and New Zealand.

Aquila Capital develops, owns, and operates renewable energy projects. Key differentiators include their focus on sustainability and their ability to offer tailored investment solutions.

Currently seeking opportunities in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects.
2

PacifiCorp (Berkshire Hathaway)

Founded 1910USA
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & OtherNon-Renewable Energy
Type: Investor
PacifiCorp, a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, is a utility company and one of the largest grid owners/operators in the Western U.S., serving 2 million customers across six states (Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho). As an investor in and operator of renewable energy projects, PacifiCorp is actively expanding its renewable energy portfolio and transitioning to a lower-carbon future. The company's renewable energy focus includes wind, solar, and energy storage technologies.
3

Vena Energy

Founded 2012SGP
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Developer, Investor
Headquartered in Singapore, Vena Energy is a leading renewable energy company in the Asia-Pacific region that owns, develops, constructs, operates, manages, and commercialises a renewable energy portfolio totaling 40 GW of solar, onshore wind, offshore wind, battery storage, and hybrid renewable energy projects.

Vena Energy has a fully integrated business model and an extensive local presence throughout the region with 67 corporate and site offices in Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand. Vena Energy is committed to engaging with local communities throughout the lifecycle of its portfolio projects, as well as incorporating internationally recognized Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards into its strategy and business practices.

For more information, please visit www.venaenergy.com.
4

Iberdrola Group

Founded 1840ESP
WindOther RenewablesInfrastructure & Other
Type: Developer, Investor
Iberdrola es un líder global en energías renovables y una de las mayores compañías eléctricas del mundo. Nuestra razón de ser son los cerca de 100 millones de personas en todo el mundo a los que prestamos un servicio de calidad, sostenible y eficiente en las decenas de países en los que estamos presentes, como España, Reino Unido (ScottishPower), Estados Unidos (AVANGRID), Brasil (Neoenergia), México, Australia, Alemania, Portugal, Grecia, Polonia, Italia o Francia.

Lideramos la transición energética hacia un modelo sostenible a través de las inversiones en renovables, redes inteligentes, almacenamiento de energía a gran escala y transformación digital para ofrecer los más avanzados productos y servicios a las personas. Gracias a la apuesta por las energías limpias, somos una de las compañías con menores emisiones y un referente internacional por la contribución a la lucha contra el cambio climático y a la sostenibilidad.

El grupo Iberdrola es la suma de personas de diferentes culturas, fruto del proceso de internacionalización del Grupo en los últimos años. Nuestros cerca de 40.000 profesionales son un activo estratégico, que contribuye con su trabajo y talento a la creación de valor sostenible. Conformamos un equipo multicultural de profesionales con afinidades muy diversas, pero con un referente común: hacer crecer a la compañía y satisfacer las necesidades de nuestros clientes, accionistas y de la sociedad en su conjunto.

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5

Enel Group

Founded 1962ITA
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Developer, Investor
Enel Group is a multinational utility and IPP specializing in renewable energy technologies across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. A significant player in the energy transition, Enel is committed to sustainable power generation. They operate across solar, wind, hydro and geothermal technologies, with a portfolio of over 56 GW of operational renewable capacity and over 1300 projects globally. The company develops, owns, and operates renewable energy projects long-term. Enel differentiates itself through its scale and experience as one of the world's largest private producers of clean energy. Currently, Enel seeks to expand its renewable energy portfolio through development and acquisition in key global markets, especially in solar and wind projects.
6

Green Investment Group (GIG) (fka UK Green Investment Bank, Macquarie)

Founded 2012GBR
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Investor, Lender
Green Investment Group (GIG), formerly the UK Green Investment Bank and now part of Macquarie Asset Management, is a global investor and lender specializing in renewable energy infrastructure. GIG accelerates the transition to net zero by investing in, developing, and managing green energy projects worldwide. Their portfolio spans a diverse range of renewable technologies and geographies. GIG's portfolio comprises a total capacity of 3670.5 MW, with 2100.0 MW operational, 320.0 MW under construction/RTB, and 1250.5 MW pre-RTB. They are active across various countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, Taiwan, Sweden, United States, Norway, Poland, France, Italy, Spain, Singapore, Philippines, Japan, and New Zealand.

As part of Macquarie Asset Management, GIG leverages its expertise and financial strength to support the development of onshore wind, offshore wind, solar PV, and other sustainable infrastructure projects. GIG operates as an investor and lender providing capital and expertise across the project lifecycle. They are committed to rigorous and transparent green impact reporting.

Currently seeking opportunities across a range of renewable energy technologies and geographies.
7

Australian Renewable Energy Agency

Founded 2012AUS
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Investor, Lender
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), established by the Australian Government in 2012, is a government agency focused on accelerating Australia's shift to affordable and reliable renewable energy and supporting the global transition to net zero emissions. As an investor and lender, ARENA supports pre-commercial innovation to benefit Australian consumers, businesses, and workers. ARENA's activities are anchored by emissions reduction goals of 43% by 2030 and net zero by 2050. ARENA's portfolio comprises 763 projects across solar, wind, energy storage and other renewable energy technologies. While specific capacity breakdowns are not available, ARENA provides financial assistance for research and development of early-stage technologies, demonstration of new technologies and business models, and pre-commercial deployment of technologies. ARENA operates as an investor, providing financial assistance to projects, and fosters collaboration across government agencies. The agency seeks to increase the supply of renewable energy in Australia and achieve the Australian Government's climate change and energy objectives.
8

Macquarie Capital

Founded 1969AUS
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Investor, Lender
At Macquarie, we empower people to innovate and invest for a better future. We are a global financial services organisation with Australian heritage, operating in 34 markets. To find out more, visit us at www.macquarie.com

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Macquarie Infrastructure & Real Assets (MIRA)

Founded 1969AUS
SolarWindOther RenewablesEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Developer, Investor, Lender
Macquarie Asset Management (MAM), the asset management division of Macquarie Group, is a global investor with a significant presence in renewable energy. Operating in 31 markets, MAM focuses on infrastructure and green investments, acting as an investor and financier across a variety of renewable energy technologies and regions. MAM manages A$941.0 billion in assets globally as of March 31, 2025. MAM's portfolio includes investments across solar, wind, and other renewable energy infrastructure, with a total capacity of 3670.5 MW. This portfolio is distributed across the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Brazil, and Spain, comprising 250 projects. The projects are in various stages: 2100.0 MW operational, 320.0 MW under construction/RTB, and 1250.5 MW pre-RTB. As a global investment fund, MAM provides capital and expertise to support the development and operation of renewable energy projects. They differentiate themselves through long-term investment strategies and deep sector expertise. MAM actively seeks further investment opportunities in renewable energy projects globally.
10

ib vogt GmbH

Founded 2002DEU
SolarEnergy StorageInfrastructure & Other
Type: Investor
ib vogt GmbH, established in 2002, is a privately held Independent Power Producer (IPP) and developer specializing in utility-scale solar PV plants and battery storage projects globally. The company operates across the entire value chain, providing development, financing, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), O&M (Operations & Maintenance), and asset management services. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has a presence in over 35 countries across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa. They focus on decarbonizing the global electricity sector through the development and long-term ownership of renewable energy assets. The company has constructed or has under construction more than 4.7 GW of PV power plants globally and boasts a development pipeline exceeding 55 GWp. ib vogt has a strong OECD-focused development strategy, investments in BESS technology and is expanding its IPP business model. Recent projects include the 513.1 MWp Segovia Cluster in Spain. ib vogt's portfolio includes projects in various stages across multiple countries including Germany, the UK, and the USA. ib vogt leverages its in-house team of over 900 staff and numerous global partnerships. They are actively seeking opportunities to expand their IPP portfolio and BESS applications globally, particularly in the OECD markets.

Identifying and sourcing Investors for your Project

Finding investors or buyers for your energy infrastructure projects can be difficult. Investors are often busy with assessing opportunities in their pre-existing developer network, which may make it harder for less well-known projects to break into the market.

Using a renewable energy asset marketplace like PF Nexus provides a more efficient and transparent way of identifying and securing collaborations between energy infrastructure developers and investors. PF Nexus is used by over 6,300 professionals from >3,000 developers, investors, and lenders, constantly on the lookout for 'the right' renewable energy investment opportunities for them.

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