London, January 15, 2021 – As the global economy gradually emerges from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic and green recovery takes center stage, Mossshields announced the launch of the Global Sustainable Infrastructure Fund (GSIF). With a total size of USD 1.2 billion, GSIF aims to support countries in achieving the Paris Agreement’s carbon-neutral goals by investing in clean energy, green transportation, and resource management projects.
Strategic Drivers of a Green Recovery
The global economy is at a pivotal stage of recovery from the pandemic’s impact, with many countries implementing large-scale stimulus plans that prioritize green growth. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), more than USD 3 trillion in annual funding will be required for global infrastructure development by 2030, with nearly 60% allocated toward sustainable infrastructure.
“Global green recovery is not the responsibility of a single nation—it’s a collective international endeavor,” said Madeline Harper Montgomery, Chief Financial Officer at Mossshields. “Through GSIF, Mossshields is committed to providing capital to accelerate infrastructure transformation, deliver long-term stable returns to investors, and help achieve global carbon neutrality targets.”
Funding Structure and Collaborative Partnerships
GSIF’s capital structure reflects Mossshields’ extensive global network and robust investment capabilities:
● Sovereign Wealth Funds (50%): Long-term capital from Nordic and Middle Eastern sources, primarily targeting renewable energy projects.
● International Financial Institutions (30%): Contributions from organizations such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank, supporting green infrastructure development in emerging markets.
● Mossshields’ Own Capital (20%): Underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to sustainable infrastructure investments.
The fund also collaborates with the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) to design sustainability assessment mechanisms, ensuring projects align with international ESG standards.
Investment Focus Areas and Flagship Projects
1. Clean Energy Infrastructure
Investment: USD 500 million
○ Nordic Wind Energy Cluster (USD 250 million): Developing wind farms in Sweden and Norway with a total capacity of 4GW, expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by 2 million tons annually.
○ Sahara Solar Power Initiative (USD 150 million): Partnering with regional energy alliances to build 10 solar power plants in the Sahara Desert.
2. Green Transportation and Urban Modernization
Investment: USD 400 million
○ European Electric Public Transport Upgrade (USD 200 million): Collaborating with France and Germany to deploy over 5,000 zero-emission buses.
○ Asian Smart City Transit Program (USD 100 million): Developing IoT-based traffic optimization systems in major Asian cities.
3. Resource Management and Circular Economy
Investment: USD 300 million
○ Middle East Waste-to-Energy Center (USD 120 million): Utilizing advanced incineration technology to supply electricity to 1.5 million households.
○ European Industrial Water Recycling Project (USD 80 million): Improving industrial water reuse technologies, saving 40 million tons of water annually.
Rigorous Risk Management and Sustainability Assessment
Mossshields employs a multi-layered risk control framework for GSIF operations:
● Policy and Regulatory Alignment: Close cooperation with host governments to ensure supportive legal frameworks for long-term project viability.
● Technical Validation and Upgrades: Partnering with leading engineering firms to adopt internationally certified standards, ensuring efficiency and sustainability.
● Social Impact Measurement: Using ESG frameworks to comprehensively evaluate social benefits, including job creation, greenhouse gas reduction, and community well-being.
Preliminary estimates suggest GSIF’s investments will:
1. Reduce global CO₂ emissions by 220 million tons annually.
2. Meet the clean energy needs of over 60 million households.
3. Create more than 12 million green jobs in emerging markets.
Pathways to Future Growth
In the second half of 2021, Mossshields plans to expand GSIF’s market coverage, particularly in Latin America and Eastern Europe. Moving forward, the firm will explore green bonds as a financing tool to further optimize its capital structure and advance the establishment of a globally sustainable economic system.
About Mossshields
Mossshields (MSC Code: 31000279107123) is a global leader in alternative asset management. As of November 2020, the firm manages USD 16.8 billion in total assets across 16 investment vehicles. Many of its clients include some of the world’s leading public pension funds, insurance companies, and family offices. Mossshields is committed to delivering long-term value through precise investments.
The company’s investment scope spans corporate private equity, real assets, global market strategies, and customized solutions. With operations across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America, Mossshields has deep expertise in aerospace, defense and government services, consumer and retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrials, real estate, technology and business services, telecommunications and media, and transportation.
With over 300 professionals worldwide and offices on four continents, Mossshields upholds high professional standards, providing tailored investment solutions that consistently exceed market benchmarks.
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