Introduction
This section lists out key EU investors which facilitate the development and access to the decentralised renewable energy sector by offering funding support.
Key content
DOEN Foundation
DOEN Foundation
For over 25 years, DOEN Foundation (setup by the Dutch Postcode Lottery) has been a pioneer of early-stage investments through subsidies and equity investments. DOEN also provides additional support to its partners through a network of experts. DOEN’s commitment often acts catalytic for other funders. Annually DOEN funds /supports over 200 ventures /initiatives through both grants and investments. DOEN receives annual funding from the three Charity Lotteries in the Netherlands: Dutch Postcode Lottery, Friends Lottery, BankGiro Lottery.
Website https://www.doen.nl/en
Email doen@doen.nl
FMO
FMO
The bank invests in renewable energy generation and distribution, including at the household level, such as solar home systems.
Website https://www.fmo.nl/
Email info@fmo.nl
KfW
KfW
The bank disburses grants (e.g. technical assistance) and loans for energy projects promoting smaller decentralised solutions such as solar home systems or small island grids for the electrification of rural areas.
Website https://www.kfw.de/kfw.de.html
Email N/A