Energy & Climate

Access to energy for companies and individuals is a decisive factor for economic growth and poverty reduction, while the transition to sustainable energy is important for reducing emissions. In many countries, this involves both expanding access to electricity and transitioning energy systems towards more sustainable solutions. In Ukraine, investments in the energy sector are also central to reconstruction and long-term resilience.

Within the Energy & Climate sector, Swedfund only invests in renewable energy sources. The expansion of sustainable energy supplies requires a broad approach and innovative solutions. Through our investments, we finance both grid-connected power sources as well as stand-alone, so-called off-grid solutions that enable households, villages and communities to utilise locally produced energy.

Swedfund also finances broader climate investments, where we focus particularly on adaptation to and increased resilience against climate change. The sector also includes green infrastructure, such as water and waste management, digital infrastructure, forestry and other carbon sinks as well as biodiversity projects. 

Digital infrastructure enables more efficient use of energy and resources.

Swedfund's Theory of Change - Energy & Climate

• Renewable energy (including production and distribution)
• Resource efficiency (e.g. water, waste) and energy efficiency 
• Sustainable forestry and other nature-based solutions
• Green and digital infrastructure
• Other climate-related investments (mitigation and adaptation)