Alternative Structures for Enhanced Returns and Diversification
Traditional project finance, while attractive, captures only a portion of available clean energy opportunities. Blended finance, private credit, and alternative structures offer return potential and diversification unavailable through conventional channels—but require specialist sourcing, rigorous diligence, and robust underwriting.
Boostbridge sources alternative finance opportunities across our emerging market focus, leveraging our advisory relationships to identify compelling opportunities. We provide independent diligence support and help structure investments aligned to your return objectives, time horizon, and risk tolerance.
We help sophisticated investors navigate alternative finance landscapes while protecting against the elevated risks these structures sometimes attract.
Alternative Finance Structures
Blended Finance Co-Investment
Co-investment alongside development finance institutions (DFIs), impact investors, and concessional capital providers. These structures combine DFI capital (often on improved terms) with commercial capital to improve risk-adjusted returns while advancing development impact.
Typical structures include: DFI first-loss tranches with commercial equity co-investment; subordinated commercial debt with DFI senior financing; quasi-equity instruments with development impact.
Private Credit & Project Debt
Mezzanine debt, subordinated credit, and project-specific lending structures offering enhanced yield beyond conventional project finance. These positions capture value from borrower distress and refinancing opportunities while maintaining defined risk parameters.
Structures include: Mezzanine financing between senior debt and equity; subordinated project loans; construction-to-permanent credit; portfolio financing arrangements.
Direct Project Equity
Direct equity stakes in individual projects or project portfolios, structured for investors seeking longer-term exposure and control participation. Direct equity offers return potential unavailable through securitized vehicles while requiring investor sophistication and commitment.
Typically includes: Single project equity stakes; multi-project portfolio acquisitions; co-equity partnership structures with operating sponsors.
Hybrid & Innovative Structures
Convertible instruments, impact-linked finance, performance-based structures, and other bespoke arrangements designed to align investor return expectations with developer capabilities and market realities.
Emerging opportunities include: Revenue-based financing; energy-as-a-service equity; performance-linked return structures; technology-linked participation.
Our Investment & Diligence Process
Sourcing & Opportunity Identification
We source opportunities through our advisory relationships with sponsors, development finance institutions, and market participants in Kenya's clean energy sector, filtering for quality, alignment, and realistic return potential.
Independent Diligence & Assessment
We conduct thorough technical, financial, commercial, and legal diligence on all opportunities before recommendation. We identify material risks, model realistic scenarios, and assess downside protection. Diligence rigor protects against the elevated risks alternative structures sometimes attract.
Structuring & Negotiation
We structure investments aligned to investor objectives—working to secure investor-favorable terms, appropriate governance participation, and protective provisions. We negotiate with sponsors and other stakeholders to optimize investment positioning.
Active Monitoring & Value Optimization
Post-investment, we monitor performance, participate in governance (where applicable), and work to optimize value creation and risk management. We escalate emerging issues and advise on strategic adjustments when circumstances warrant.
Why Choose Boostbridge for Alternative Finance
Relationship-Driven Access
Our advisory relationships give us access to deal flow not always available to passive investors. We source opportunities directly from sponsors and DFIs, often ahead of wider market distribution.
Rigorous Diligence
Alternative structures carry elevated risk. Our diligence identifies material issues, stress-tests assumptions, and protects against the pitfalls these structures attract. We say no frequently.
Emerging Market Expertise
We understand emerging market credit dynamics, DFI participation patterns, and currency considerations. This expertise enables us to structure deals with appropriate risk pricing and protective provisions.
Active Engagement
We don't hand off investments after close. We actively participate in governance, monitor performance, and engage with sponsors to optimize outcomes throughout the investment period.
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Covering market entry, project origination, capital raising, and deal structuring for clean energy projects.