RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Investing for Universal Energy Access
JF The Journal of Private Equity
FD Institutional Investor Journals
SP 51
OP 54
DO 10.3905/jpe.2017.21.1.051
VO 21
IS 1
A1 Arsalan Ali Farooquee
YR 2017
UL https://pm-research.com/content/21/1/51.abstract
AB More than 1.2 billion people are without access to electricity. Universal energy access is a challenging goal. However, the growth of mobile phones and the microfinance industry reveal the potential of rural markets. This article discusses an investment perspective for universal energy access and examines the case for private capital in decentralized renewable energy.TOPICS: Private equity, ESG investing, global, legal/regulatory/public policy