Blue Earth Capital Fund First Close: $113M for Impact Credit Strategy

Funding | Dec 03, 2024 | Blue Earth Capital AG

Blue Earth Capital Fund First Close: $113M for Impact Credit Strategy

Blue Earth Capital, a global impact investor, announced the first closing of its new semi-liquid, evergreen private credit strategy fund, securing $113 million from anchor investors. The Fund aims to invest globally in initiatives that address environmental and social challenges while providing market-rate returns and enhanced liquidity. It aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, offering portfolio diversification benefits with low correlation to traditional assets. The investment strategy is seen as attractive by family offices and a large pension fund, emphasizing the increasing demand for impact investments. The Fund reflects Blue Earth Capital's commitment to scaling impactful solutions across both developed and emerging markets.

Sectors

  • Private Equity & Venture Capital
  • Sustainable Finance

Geography

  • Switzerland – Blue Earth Capital is headquartered in Switzerland and announced the fund's closure from there.
  • Global – The Fund is designed to operate globally, investing in both developed and emerging markets.

Industry

  • Private Equity & Venture Capital – Blue Earth Capital is operating within the impact investing sector, which utilizes private capital to achieve social and environmental goals.
  • Sustainable Finance – The Fund focuses on investments aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, signifying a strong emphasis on sustainable finance.

Financials

  • 113,000,000 – The amount secured in the first closing of Blue Earth Capital's private credit strategy fund.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Blue Earth CapitalFund ManagerCompanyA global impact investor headquartered in Switzerland, focusing on private equity and credit solutions.
Amy WangHead of Private CreditPersonLeading the private credit initiatives at Blue Earth Capital.
Daniel PerroudHead of Fundraising & Investor RelationsPersonResponsible for fundraising and investor relations at Blue Earth Capital.
Anchor InvestorsInvestorsCompany/InstitutionIncludes family offices and a large pension fund investing in the Blue Earth Capital fund.