CrossBoundary Advisory

Congratulations to AgDevCo on its $9.5m investment in Agventure Limited, a leading Kenyan agribusiness that champions regenerative agricultural practices and is a key canola oil producer in Kenya. 🇰🇪 Facilitated by Prosper Africa and the USAID Kenya and East Africa Mission, CrossBoundary Advisory conducted a market assessment and competitive analysis. This work, done through the USAID Africa Trade and Investment Activity program, helped secure AgDevCo's debt investment in Agventure. This funding will support: 🔹 Expansion of canola oil production under the Kenyan Pure Mountain brand 🔹 Increased sourcing from local out-grower farmers 🔹 Development of Agventure Seed's platform providing high-quality certified seeds The investment aligns with AgDevCo's vision for a thriving commercial agriculture sector that benefits both people and the planet. 🌍 #SustainableAgriculture #Kenya #AgriInvestment Image credits: Agventure Limited

Southern Africa holds immense potential for carbon markets, but the journey from potential to reality varies dramatically across the region. In collaboration with the USAID Climate Finance for Development Accelerator (USAID CFDA), we assessed the state of carbon regulations and nature-based carbon projects in six countries: Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia, and South Africa. Key findings from the assessment: ◼ South Africa leads with 93% of the region's carbon credits and Africa's only active compliance market ◼ While 21 nature-based carbon projects are registered across the region, none have issued credits yet. Primarily due to financial, methodological, regulatory, and market challenges ◼ Namibia shows promising progress with a draft Carbon Market Framework awaiting Cabinet approval ◼ In South Africa's compliance market, current credit supply meets only ~30% of domestic demand Scroll below to learn how Southern Africa can unlock its full carbon market potential, driving both climate action and economic growth. Download the full report: https://lnkd.in/eNDjckEk #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction

Bridging continents through clean energy innovation! We were proud to support and join Power Africa's Clean Tech Energy Network (#CTEN) roadshow across North Carolina, witnessing first-hand how U.S. innovations could contribute to Africa's energy transformation. The journey included stops to visit with U.S. cleantech leaders, researchers, and innovators working to meet rapidly growing energy demands worldwide. From advanced grid solutions to cutting-edge storage systems, each visit reinforced #CTEN's core mission: building bridges between U.S. innovation and African energy opportunities. A major highlight was the 12th annual Energy in Emerging Markets Case Competition at Duke University, where our Principal, Roukaya El Houda, served on the judges' panel. This year's challenge focused on Zembo, Uganda's pioneering e-mobility company building the country's largest electric motorcycle battery-swapping network. Congratulations to the winning all-female team from Syracuse University - Aakanksha Maheshwari, Trang Nguyen, and Vaijayanthi Kadhiravan! Your solution was truly impressive. 🏆 Special thanks to all the companies for their time and valuable insights: AEG International, Babcock & Wilcox, Duke Energy Corporation and Duke University, Smart Wires Inc., the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster, Trilliant , Net Power, Schneider Electric, RTI International, and Windlift. 🤝 #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Africa #Sustainability #PowerAfrica #Energy #CleanTech

A few weeks ago, I had the chance to visit Brasília for a workshop hosted by USAID Brasil and CrossBoundary Advisory, where we discussed the findings from the Amazon Private Sector Investment Landscape Report. It was a great opportunity to explore how climate finance can support nature-based solutions and the bioeconomy in the Brazilian Amazon. Thanks to #USAID and the team for the invitation. Marília dos Reis Martins, Beatriz Delorme. Ricardo (Rick) Nogueira. https://lnkd.in/eAKWjmBY #brasil #climatefinance #usaid

CrossBoundary Advisory and the East Africa Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (EAVCA) recently convened leading ecosystem players in Kampala for the EAVCA Uganda Chapter 2024 Q4 networking event. 🇺🇬🇺🇬 EAVCA plays a pivotal role in private capital within East Africa. It is a business membership organization representing private capital providers supporting businesses and enterprises to achieve their goals, catalyzing development, and creating meaningful jobs across the region. The gathering brought together investors, entrepreneurs, advisors, legal experts, accountants, development partners, and government agencies. Their discussions highlighted the promising trajectory of Uganda's private capital ecosystem and its expanding role in regional growth. ➡ Most notably, we witnessed remarkable enthusiasm from stakeholders to accelerate capital deployment toward innovative entrepreneurs and businesses in the region. We're honored to be part of this journey alongside our esteemed partners. #InvestmentInUganda #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #EastAfrica

That’s a wrap! Last week, our Clean Tech Energy Network (#CTEN) team visited energy tech innovators across North Carolina, led by Power Africa Deputy Coordinator Cullen Hughes. Our final stops at RTI International and Windlift capped a week of learning about innovations and research happening across North Carolina and the broader U.S. on technologies capable of driving reliable energy solutions in Africa. At RTI International, we explored their Technology Advancement & Commercialization and Energy Technology Development Facility, where they’re advancing energy system reliability, renewable gas-to-chemicals technologies, and CO2 conversion into higher-value products. With energy-focused projects in 47 countries, RTI is shaping global clean energy solutions. Thank you to Nicole Barnes, Senior Vice President of International Development & Executive Director, Climate Growth Strategy, and Matthew Tiedemann, Director of Energy Division, and the entire RTI team for an informative visit! At Windlift, we joined Sean Q. Meyer, Chief Operating Officer, to learn about their Airborne Power Generator—a potentially game-changing innovation for the future of wind energy. Across North Carolina, we saw firsthand how U.S. energy tech companies are advancing research and technology that can be leveraged to address Africa’s growing demand for energy access. From energy reliability to automation and e-mobility, these innovations can drive sustainable development while creating opportunities on both continents united 🇺🇸 🤝 🌍 #NorthCarolina #USInnovation #EnergyInnovation #EnergyAcess #Africa John Hansen Erik Streed Stephanie Wiseman Steve McManus Jeffrey Petrusa Pablo Torres Dave Dausch Sameer Parvathikar

Join us this Thursday for an insightful conversation featuring Nandini Chaudhury, Managing Director and Head of Asia-Pacific Advisory, alongside leading experts as they explore: ▪ Accelerating climate finance deployment across Asia ▪ Innovative blended finance solutions powered by strategic donor partnerships ▪ Shifting beyond grant-only funding models for entrepreneurs and project developers ▪ Strategies to overcome scaling challenges in the region Are you working in the Asia-Pacific region?🌏 Make sure to register and attend the panel.

The years 2015-2024 will mark the hottest decade on record, with global temperatures reaching 1.54°C above pre-industrial levels. As world leaders gather at #COP29 to establish new climate finance targets, the role of natural climate solutions has never been more critical. "We are in a critical decade for addressing climate change, and we need to be pragmatic—nature is currently the only scalable carbon removal solution," emphasizes Kate Wharton, Managing Director for our Fund for Nature and Head of Natural Capital. "Waiting for regulation, or waiting for new technologies for carbon removal, will mean delaying action and increasing the costs of adaptation. The greatest effects of delay will be felt by vulnerable communities for whom climate change is already here." Despite natural climate solutions having the potential to provide up to 37% of cost-effective CO2 mitigation needed through 2030, they receive only 3% of public climate financing. This funding gap represents both a challenge and an opportunity as COP29 seeks to establish a new global climate finance framework to replace the existing $100 billion goal. Why is natural climate finance lagging? Kate identifies three key barriers: 1️⃣ Pioneer penalty: First movers must absorb significant costs in establishing infrastructure that benefits later entrants 2️⃣ Information asymmetry: A "trust gap" exists between investors and local projects, creating uncertainty on both sides 3️⃣ Policy complexity: Evolving regulations around Article 6 implementation create uncertainty for investors and project developers However, these challenges are not insurmountable. "Carbon markets help unlock new business models for nature, which is important because there is simply not enough philanthropic or public funding available to restore and protect nature at the scale required," Kate explains. Through results-based financing mechanisms and early-stage support for project development, we can bridge the critical funding gap between initial concept and full implementation. #NaturalClimateSolutions #NatureFinance #ClimateAction

Day 4 of our Clean Tech Energy Network (#CTEN) North Carolina roadshow continued with visits to three companies working on smart energy solutions. First stop: Trilliant , whose flexible communications platform enables utilities to deploy and manage smart grid networks efficiently. As African countries work to expand energy access and modernize their power systems, these capabilities will be crucial for managing growing networks and improving reliability. Next, we met with NET Power, who is transforming natural gas into clean energy through a patented oxy-combustion process, providing reliable power for a low-carbon future. Finally, we were welcomed by one of our partners, Schneider Electric, to explore their Raleigh Hub where they gave us a tour through their research and robotics labs, as well as a solar charging pilot, highlighting how they are pushing the limits and advancing capabilities in energy management and automation solutions. Their experience in helping utilities and industries operate more efficiently aligns with Africa's growing demand for smart, reliable power systems. #NorthCarolina #USInnovation #EnergyInnovation #EnergyAcess #Africa John Hansen Erik Streed Stephanie Wiseman Cullen Hughes James Madej Richard Bethune Bryce Mendes Ruff Bailey Fabrice Meunier Angela Buchanan, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Christine Bush Matthew Furnari Samantha Childress Robert Roseman Anna Coby Jerry Neely, CEM Kevin Harvey Jo Lockard Jason Bassett

🇲🇦 The Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development - Kingdom of Morocco and the NDC Partnership and the UN Environment Programme are working with CrossBoundary to implement the project "Renforcement des capacités d'investissement pour la mise en œuvre de la CDN" & pilote ''Checklist'' of the NDC Partnership in Morocco (Investment capacity building for NDC implementation and NDC Partnership Checklist pilot).The initiative aims to support the government of Morocco in implementing a comprehensive strategy to make tangible steps towards achieving its NDC (Nationally Determined Contributions) priorities, including an update of the NDC commitments, identifying high-priority projects that align with the NDC priorities, and driving investments into these projects. Refer to the PDF for details and express your interest via the EOI link to receive information about the onboarding process. 👉 EOI link: https://lnkd.in/dw9Zw4E3 #NDCs #ClimateFinance #Morocco