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Did you know the Black Soldier Fly can contain up to 50% high-quality protein when processed? In our latest blog post, Lello Halake, David N., and Joel Mugwisa Ssemukaaya from our East Africa Advisory team explore how Black Soldier Flies could transform waste management and protein production, potentially enhancing food security across the Africa. Read our team’s analysis for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gvj9cBKp #FoodSecurity #Sustainability #AgricultureInnovation

CrossBoundary Energy (CBE) is proud to support Rio Tinto’s mining operations in Fort Dauphin, Madagascar, with our innovative solar and battery energy storage hybrid system. In 2021, we agreed to supply the mine with around 30 MW of renewable energy, combining solar PV, wind energy, and a 16.5 MWh battery storage facility. Despite the logistical challenges of operating in a remote location, our dedicated supply chain and project management teams have ensured that the project remains on track. The first phase of our renewable energy facility, now operational for a year, includes 14,640 solar panels generating 8MW and an 8MWh battery storage system. We are excited to announce that the second phase, currently under construction, will expand the solar farm by an additional 6MW, include an 8MWh battery energy storage system, and establish Madagascar’s first wind farm, a 19-turbine facility with a 16MW capacity. Together, we are driving sustainable energy solutions that can have a significant impact on Madagascar and the mining sector. #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #MiningInnovation #SolarPower #WindEnergy

Terry Otinga, our Senior Investment Associate and Open Source Lead at CrossBoundary Access, recently gave an insightful presentation on our Open Source initiative for the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) Financier Circle. In partnership with Shell Foundation, we are making the project financing tools used to structure and finance over $80 million of mini-grid projects available to the public. By open-sourcing these financial tools and approaches, we aim to accelerate the flow of capital needed to achieve universal energy access in Africa. Terry shared, “We are excited to share these tools and are especially eager to exchange lessons learned with developers and investors. This will bring us a step closer to closing the energy access gap in Africa. That’s what Open Source is about.” The most recently released resource is an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) template to streamline the development and operation of solar mini-grid projects across Africa. Find out more about our open source initiative and how we aim to facilitate industry collaboration and attract more capital to the mini-grid sector here: https://lnkd.in/gXc26vMB #EnergyAccess #OpenSource #MiniGrids #SustainableDevelopment

Our energy supply chain and engineering specialists recently attended Intersolar, the largest annual gathering of the solar supply chain. Here are our 5 takeaways from the conference on the latest solar tech that will affect industrial businesses: 🔋Utility energy storage systems are here, but don't necessarily work for remote locations in underserved markets ⚡TOpCon modules have taken the world by storm, but they already have competition 🏭Increased module power output and efficiency are leading to decreases in land use 🌊Hydrogen storage is starting to make inroads 🤝Long-term partnerships are more important than ever Do you agree or disagree? Let us know what you're seeing! Read more on our blog by scanning the QR code. #Intersolar24 #solar #IndustrialSolar Francois De Jager Charlton Leendertz FREDDY KALEMA Osmann-Valéry C.

We are recruiting a full-time Associate to join our investment advisory team to work on impactful transactions and build CrossBoundary’s long-term presence in Ukraine and the wider region. The Associate will evaluate investment and capital raise opportunities, conduct macroeconomic market assessments, and provide transaction support to investors and capital seekers. The ideal candidate for this role should have 3 years of relevant experience working in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similar with a reputable institution and a thorough understanding of the Ukrainian market and investment landscape. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3VP0cnO #nowhiring #jobalert #ukraine

About last night 🥂 😍 We were thrilled to see so many colleagues, peers, and new faces last night to wrap up the Africa Energy Forum with our event partners Allied Talent Partners. The event was a true success and a real expression of hope and excitement for Africa's growth. Here's to the people working hard in this space until we celebrate at next year's event! #AEF24 #RenewableEnergy #AfricanEnergy

Construction update from CrossBoundary Access and ENGIE Energy Access (Africa)! Earlier this month, our teams gathered in Nairobi to strategize on scaling operations and energy access to underserved communities in Nigeria. We are on the ground this week in Niger State, Nigeria, commissioning our first batch of mini-grid sites. This marks a significant milestone in our $60 million project finance agreement, aiming to connect over 150,000 people to reliable and sustainable electricity. Our collaboration combines innovative financing with cutting-edge energy technologies to deliver high-quality, affordable power to underserved communities. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work towards universal energy access in Africa. #EnergyAccess #MiniGrids #Nigeria #AEF24

Our team is on the ground in Barcelona for the Africa Energy Forum, ready to learn from others and share insights into the changing African energy landscape. Energy security remains a crucial barrier for businesses and individuals in Africa, but increasing energy security without considering sustainability would be a disservice to the continent, which is already disproportionately affected by climate change. We look forward to a week of interacting with stakeholders and discussing how we can advance energy goals together! #AEF #AfricaEnergyForum #AfricaEnergy

Check out the latest Foundations of Growth publication by the Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA). CrossBoundary is proud to be a contributing author to the series ARIA has launched to review and analyze trends, lessons, and challenges of investing in frontier markets. The first volume in the series highlights DFI investments in frontier markets, including activities, lessons learned, and approaches to fostering investment. It also analyzes more than 2,700 investments made by DFIs since 2010 and includes a survey with investors at 11 organizations. Find the link to the report below 👇🏽 For more updates on this series, follow the ARIA page! #InvestinAfrica #Africa #investmentadvisory #DFI

June 23rd marked the 11th annual International Women in Engineering Day. To commemorate the occasion, we asked four of our CrossBoundary team members with engineering backgrounds for their perspectives and advice on the diverse paths and opportunities that engineering can provide. Roukaya El Houda’s journey in engineering has been guided by relentless curiosity. As a Principal at CrossBoundary Advisory, her engineering background serves as an intellectual foundation enabling her to explore diverse geographies and sectors: "Engineering helps you experiment with problems and grows your confidence to come up with solutions. It is a really fun field and opens many doors professionally," she says. Anne Gathoni’s career in engineering is driven by a passion for renewable energy. Her analytical and structured approach, technical proficiency, and adaptability come in handy as a Senior Project Engineer at CrossBoundary Energy. Why does she think it's important to have more women entering the engineering field? "At 50% of the world’s population, gender inclusion is pivotal in accelerating a just energy transition. We stand to gain greater socio-economic benefits when the voices and thoughts of women are amplified within the field," Anne says. Tombo Banda’s career is a testament to the versatility and impact of an engineering background. Starting as a mechanical engineer, Tombo spent seven years honing her skills, eventually achieving chartership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers UK. But her curiosity and drive didn’t stop there. She pursued a Master of Philosophy in Engineering for Sustainable Development, broadening her expertise to encompass energy, sustainability, and infrastructure across Africa. “My journey took me from engineering to McKinsey and now to CrossBoundary,” she reflects. “Engineering is a fantastic career for an analytical and curious mind. It teaches you to be an amazing problem solver in any field.” As a Project Development Engineer at CrossBoundary Energy, Oseiwe Ehiremhen applies her technical expertise to develop solar-hybrid solutions for telecommunications infrastructure. "The technical knowledge I gained through [engineering] has allowed me to bridge the gap between engineering and business development, ensuring that our solutions are both technically sound and commercially viable," says Oseiwe. Swipe to check it out more from Roukaya, Tombo, Anne, and Oseiwe, and read our full #INWED2024 blog on our website: https://lnkd.in/gBXnuSX3 #engineering #womeninengineering #womeninSTEM #genderequity