STOA Infra & Energy

STOA Infra & Energy is an impact investment fund established in 2017 through a joint initiative by the Caisse des Dépôts and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD). The fund is dedicated to financing and supporting the development of sustainable and resilient infrastructure in emerging and developing countries, particularly in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Its mission aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing ecological, digital, territorial, and societal transitions through development finance and public interest missions.

The fund's investment strategy targets essential infrastructure projects across sectors such as energy, transport and logistics, telecommunications, environment, and social infrastructure. STOA focuses on projects that meet the fundamental needs of populations in its target regions, aiming to contribute to economic growth and social development. The fund's approach combines the investment expertise of the Caisse des Dépôts with the international presence and technical know-how of the AFD, leveraging their collective experience to identify and support impactful infrastructure projects.

STOA's portfolio includes investments in companies like NetZero, a French start-up specializing in large-scale biochar production for carbon removal and regenerative agriculture in tropical countries, and Husk Power Systems, a U.S.-based company providing green energy services in rural areas of India and Nigeria. These investments reflect STOA's commitment to promoting sustainable development and addressing climate change through innovative infrastructure solutions. The fund's operations are guided by a philosophy that integrates financial performance with positive social and environmental impact, aiming to create long-term value for both investors and the communities it serves.