Gridworks Development Partners Overview
Established in 2019, Gridworks Development Partners is a UK government-backed investor dedicated to developing and investing in Africa's electricity networks. The firm focuses on transmission, distribution, and distributed renewable energy projects, both on and off-grid. Gridworks is wholly owned and supported by British International Investment, the UK's development finance institution, and partners with governments, utilities, and companies in the African power sector to build financially sustainable companies that deliver power to businesses and households across the continent.
Is Gridworks Development Partners the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Gridworks Development Partners, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Gridworks Development Partners
Investment focus
Invest in
- Caribbean
- North America
- Central America
- Northern Africa
- Central Africa
- Western Africa
Product type
- Hardware
Industries / verticals
- Energy
Stages
Series B or later
First ticket size
US$7,500,000 - US$50,000,000
How to approach funds like Gridworks Development Partners
When approaching Gridworks, founders should highlight scalable infrastructure solutions that address critical gaps in Africa’s power sector, especially those with clear pathways to financial sustainability and measurable impact. Demonstrating a strong understanding of local regulatory environments and the ability to partner effectively with public and private stakeholders will resonate. Emphasize operational experience in challenging markets and a commitment to long-term, systemic change in energy access.
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