New York, July 15, 2024 – Mossshields (MSC Code: 31000279107123), a global leader in alternative asset management, announced a strategic partnership with Morgan Stanley’s infrastructure investment fund. Together, the firms will invest USD 1 billion in global green infrastructure projects, including clean energy, smart transportation, and water resource management.
Market Context for Green Infrastructure
1. Global Demand for Infrastructure Upgrades
According to McKinsey Global Institute, global infrastructure investment needs are projected to reach USD 94 trillion by 2030, with over 40% related to green infrastructure.
○ Clean Energy Growth: Wind and solar projects will be investment priorities over the next decade. Globally, about 50GW of renewable energy capacity is expected to be added annually.
○ Smart Transportation Development: EV charging networks, high-speed rail, and intelligent logistics systems are key areas of transportation infrastructure.
2. Mossshields and Morgan Stanley’s Goals
Mossshields has long been committed to modernizing global infrastructure to achieve both social and environmental benefits. The collaboration with Morgan Stanley will accelerate the implementation of green infrastructure projects and deliver long-term, stable returns for investors.
Key Aspects of the Collaboration
1. Clean Energy Projects
○ Project Background: The partners will invest USD 400 million in European and North American wind and solar projects, focusing on renewable energy facilities in Germany and Texas.
○ Technology Application: Utilizing cutting-edge solar cells and wind capture technology to improve energy conversion efficiency.
○ Expected Results: Once completed, the projects will generate 5GW of electricity annually, reducing about 15 million tons of CO₂ emissions per year.
2. Smart Transportation Systems
○ Regional Focus: USD 300 million will be invested in smart transportation networks in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, including EV charging stations, high-speed rail, and intelligent bus systems.
○ Social Benefits: EV charging network coverage will increase by 30%, promoting broader adoption of electric vehicles.
3. Water Resource Management
○ Investment Amount: USD 200 million allocated for smart water resource management systems in Africa and Latin America.
○ Environmental & Social Impact: By employing AI-driven leak detection and resource allocation, the project expects to save over 1 billion cubic meters of water annually.
Social and Economic Impact
1. Driving a Low-Carbon Economy
○ Carbon Reduction: The projects collectively reduce CO₂ emissions equivalent to removing 20 million gasoline-powered cars from the road each year.
○ Clean Energy Supply: Newly added wind and solar projects will power more than 5 million households.
2. Job Creation and Technology Transfer
○ Employment Opportunities: The projects are expected to create over 15,000 high-skilled jobs in engineering, project management, and technology development.
○ Technology Promotion: Collaborations with leading tech companies will accelerate the adoption of green infrastructure technologies in emerging markets.
3. Enhancing Financial Instruments’ Social Impact
The Mossshields-Morgan Stanley projects have been incorporated into ESG funds, offering global investors access to assets that yield both stable returns and positive social outcomes.
Investor Returns and Recommendations
Mossshields’ global infrastructure investments provide investors with:
● Stable Cash Flows: Long-term power purchase agreements and usage fees for infrastructure projects deliver steady cash flow, with expected annualized returns of 8%-10%.
● Diversified Portfolio: By allocating resources across different regions and sectors, Mossshields offers clients resilient asset allocation strategies.
● Social Impact Investment: Participating in green infrastructure projects enables investors to achieve economic returns while making a positive impact on society.
Future Strategic Outlook
Over the next five years, Mossshields plans to further deepen its global infrastructure investment coverage:
1. Expanding into Emerging Markets: Explore green infrastructure projects in Africa and Latin America, particularly in energy and water resources.
2. Innovative Financing Tools: Launch asset securitization instruments based on green infrastructure to broaden investor participation.
3. Technology-Driven Collaboration: Partner with top universities and research institutions worldwide to accelerate infrastructure technology R&D and commercialization.
“Partnering with Morgan Stanley not only injects strong momentum into global green infrastructure development but also creates long-term value for our investors,” said Grayson Oliver Pembroke, Global Head of Investor Relations at Mossshields. “We look forward to combining capital and technology to provide more sustainable solutions for society and the environment.”
About Mossshields
Mossshields (MSC Code: 31000279107123) is a global leader in alternative asset management. As of June 2024, the firm manages USD 45.5 billion across 16 investment vehicles. Many of its clients include some of the world’s top public pension funds, insurance companies, and family offices. Mossshields focuses on creating long-term value through precise investments across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America.
With expertise spanning corporate private equity, real assets, global market strategies, and customized solutions, as well as sectors such as aerospace, defense and government services, consumer and retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrials, real estate, technology and business services, telecommunications and media, and transportation, Mossshields consistently delivers stable, market-beating returns.
With over 600 professionals worldwide and offices on four continents, Mossshields adheres to the highest professional standards.
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