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We are the world's first and largest hydrogen private equity asset manager. We are investing across the hydrogen economy to deploy the infrastructure and technologies needed for a low-carbon, resilient and sovereign economy. To date, we have made 9 investments to support Hy2Gen, H2 Mobility, Enagas Renovable, Everfuel, Elyse Energy, InterContinental Energy, H2 Green Steel, HysetCo and Hexagon Purus.
Elyse Energy
Elyse Energy secures c. EUR120 million from Hy24, PGGM, Bpifrance and Mirova Lyon, France, 5 December 2024 – Elyse Energy, a pioneering French company producing sustainable fuels and low-carbon feedstock, secured c. EUR120 million euros from Hy24, PGGM, Bpifrance and Mirova to accelerate development of its e-methanol and sustainable aviation fuel production projects in France and Spain, addressing the growing demand for decarbonization solutions in the aviation, maritime and chemical sectors. Under the transaction[1], Elyse Energy received renewed support from its long-standing partners: Hy24, the world's leading private asset manager focused on the hydrogen economy, and Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, fully committed to sustainable investment. Hy24 strengthened its commitment to Elyse Energy by acquiring a stake in the company through its 'Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund', a fund that serves as the reference partner for the most advanced hydrogen project developers in France and worldwide. In addition, two new investors joined the funding round: PGGM, a leading Dutch pension fund investor, through its Climate and Energy Transition Solutions mandate provided by its client Pensioenfonds Zorg en Welzijn (PFZW), and Bpifrance, the French public investment bank, a key player in France for both reindustrialization and companies' ecological and energy transition. Elyse Energy has a diversified portfolio of projects producing sustainable aviation fuels and e-methanol in France and the Iberian Peninsula. This funding round will enable Elyse Energy to pursue the development of its most advanced projects to final investment decision (FID), a prerequisite for launching construction, while consolidating and expanding its project portfolio. When operational, its most advanced projects - BioTJet, eM-Rhône and eM-Numancia - would save c.700,000 tons of CO₂ equivalents per year, at the same time as contributing to European security of energy supply and reindustrialization. Recognized as among the most advanced in the world, Elyse Energy's projects align with French and European objectives for decarbonization and green reindustrialization, as reflected in the European Green Deal and its sectoral initiatives such as the ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime regulations. Climate change is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. To limit its impacts and build a sustainable future, scientists unanimously agree that all sectors of the economy must be decarbonized in a way and at a pace aligned with Europe’s climate targets. Sustainable fuels and low-carbon feedstock are expected to play a critical role in the energy transition, particularly in aviation, maritime transport, and the chemical industry, by offering immediate solutions compatible with existing infrastructure. Pierre-Etienne Franc, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Hy24, explains: "We must stay the course on French and European ambitions to decarbonize the maritime and aviation sectors, which cannot achieve their transition without low-carbon hydrogen. The role of these molecules in our future energy mixes and for our industries is central. They will enable France to position itself as a strategic player at the heart of the European energy hub. We are proud to support entrepreneurs like Elyse Energy and the development of projects contributing to the collective effort toward greater energy sovereignty." David Jerez Antoni, Associate Director at PGGM Infrastructure, states: "E-methanol and SAF are becoming indispensable links in the transition to more sustainable transport and industry. To achieve this, a robust infrastructure must be developed for the production and distribution of these sustainable forms of energy. PGGM is investing in Elyse Energy because it proves to create value in this energy transition. In doing so, we fulfil the ambition of our client PFZW to play a role in the decarbonization of our economies through profitable and impactful investments." Samuel Waddell, Investment Director at Bpifrance, affirms: "Elyse Energy has successfully developed a diversified portfolio of low-carbon molecule production projects in several key industrial sectors, including transport and chemicals. We are very proud to support this industrial SME and its project, which meets the challenges of reindustrialization, sovereignty and decarbonization." Anne-Laure Messier, Investment Director at Mirova, adds: "This fundraising is a decisive step for Elyse Energy in pursuing its development and increasing its positive impact on the decarbonization of transportation. We are thrilled to support them in this new phase of growth. Their strategy, which contributes to European energy sovereignty and the reindustrialization of regions, aligns with our approach as a responsible investor in energy transition infrastructure." Pascal Pénicaud, President and Co-founder of Elyse Energy, adds: "This fundraising marks a significant milestone for Elyse Energy and, more broadly, for the development of the European e-fuels industry. It reflects the growing demand for sustainable molecules and fuels from our clients in the industrial, maritime, and aviation sectors. The energy transition is accelerating, and we are proud to actively contribute to this transformation. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Hy24 and Mirova for their renewed trust, and we are delighted to welcome two leading investors, PGGM and Bpifrance, to support our vision." Elyse Energy was advised by Nomura Greentech as financial advisor (M&A) and by CLP-Cliperton for legal matters. The consortium comprising Hy24, PGGM, Bpifrance, and Mirova was advised on legal aspects by Gide Loyrette Nouel. The figures mentioned in this communication are provided by Elyse Energy and are subject to change without notice. The information reflects the views of the stakeholders and/or the situation as of the date of this document and may be updated without prior notice. [1] Following the first financing operation announced in September 2023: https://elyse.energy/en/elyse-energy-signs-e-fuels-financing-deal-with-hy24-and-mirova
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HysetCo
Hydrogen mobility pioneer HysetCo raises c. EUR200 million to advance transport decarbonization solutions from a group of investors led by Hy24 Hy24 is the leading investor, through its Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund, in this c. EUR200 million funding round including RAISE Impact and Eiffel Investment Group. Hy24 becomes the majority shareholder of HysetCo, joining existing shareholders Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, Toyota France and Kouros. The funds will be used to accelerate the development of HysetCo’s unique integrated mobility model, combining hydrogen distribution infrastructures and fleet management focused on hydrogen mobility solutions. HysetCo, leader in hydrogen mobility in France is advancing mobility as a service (MaaS) offerings so customers have a single, integrated supplier. The Company aims to deploy a dozen new stations by 2025, serving several thousand hydrogen vehicles and has already helped displace 20 million kilometers worth of driver’s emissions. Paris – April 10, 2024 – Hy24, the world’s leading clean hydrogen pure-play investment manager, and HysetCo, a pioneer in hydrogen mobility solutions, announce the closing of a financing round of nearly EUR200 million euros to accelerate the decarbonization of urban transport. Hy24 is the leading investor on this funding round including also RAISE Impact and Eiffel Investment Group. Hy24 now becomes the majority shareholder in HysetCo and joins existing shareholders Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, Toyota France and Kouros in supporting the company’s development. HysetCo is pioneering a unique approach within the sector: by coordinating the simultaneous deployment of infrastructure and services, HysetCo has developed an integrated mobility solution to facilitate a system-wide transition to hydrogen. In addition to providing convenient access to its network of hydrogen distribution stations, HysetCo offers customers a comprehensive turnkey solution, encompassing all services related to vehicle usage, from procurement to maintenance, repair, insurance, and training. With a robust track record in operating vehicle fleets, HysetCo has achieved an impressive 100% annual growth in hydrogen mobility over the past three years. HysetCo has successfully converted over 500 professionals to its solution (primarily taxi drivers), and now distributes nearly 30 tonnes of hydrogen every month. Hy24’s acquisition of a majority stake in HysetCo aligns with Hy24’s mission to invest in large-scale strategic projects and technologies to unlock clean hydrogen for decarbonization goals. Through its flagship Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund, Hy24 leverages its unparalleled expertise in the sector and importantly provides access to an extensive ecosystem, comprising leading industrial and financial players who, like Hy24, operate across the entire clean hydrogen value chain. Both HysetCo and Hy24 are committed to decarbonizing mobility and improving air quality, and believe hydrogen has a pivotal role in facilitating and accelerating these goals. Hydrogen offers a system-wide solution to the challenge of decarbonizing mobility, with applications spanning intensive use, heavy transport, captive fleets, and light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Hydrogen for mobility offers several advantages when compared with other solutions: zero emissions at the point of use, silent operation, no odor, or vibrations, effortless refueling in three to five minutes, and a remarkable range of up to 600 km. Loïc Voisin, CEO of HysetCo, commented: “The success of this fundraising, totaling nearly 200 million euros, signifies the dawn of a new era for HysetCo. It heralds an era where we will expedite our expansion across France and Europe, thereby making an even more significant contribution to a tangible, swift, and effective transition toward a low-carbon society, while concurrently preserving air quality. We are filled with enthusiasm and pride at the trust bestowed upon us by Hy24, our longstanding shareholders, and our associated co-investors in this endeavor. Their confidence not only validates our mission and ambition but also amplifies our capacity to deploy hydrogen mobility on a grand scale. This marks a historic milestone for all our employees, customers, and partners who are dedicated to advancing our industry.“ Pierre-Etienne Franc, co-founder and CEO of Hy24, added: “The decarbonization of our energy system remains incomplete, particularly in the transport sector where reliance on fossil fuels is most pronounced. We believe that transitioning to hybrid electric and hydrogen models, especially for intensive and heavy-duty engines, is the best solution for operators, as it offers the advantages of electric power without compromising the user experience. HysetCo stands out as a pioneer in deploying comprehensive carbon-free mobility solutions. HysetCo’s model is replicable and scalable across all major cities seeking to adopt cleaner and more efficient transport systems. HysetCo is perfectly positioned to lead this transformative effort to decarbonizing our transport systems.”
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Hexagon Purus
Hy24’s Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund makes first investment in Hexagon Purus Hy24’s investment and expertise will support Hexagon Purus’ global equipment and solutions manufacturing scale-up plans, enabling it to meet growing demand for hydrogen supply chain components This investment is the first by Hy24’s new Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund, focused on industrialising the supply chain to scale the clean hydrogen economy Hy24 joins a consortium of investors who have committed to support Hexagon Purus for a total of c. EUR88.5 million Paris, 16th January 2024 – Hy24, the world’s leading clean hydrogen pure-play investment manager, announces a c. EUR13 million investment into Hexagon Purus, in the first by Hy24’s new Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund. The new fund builds on the momentum of Hy24’s Clean Infrastructure Fund, which closed at €2bn and focuses on investing in the infrastructure required to enable a clean hydrogen economy. Hy24’s latest investment in Hexagon Purus (a world-leading manufacturer of zero emission mobility and infrastructure solutions), continues its role as a leading investment catalyst in the clean hydrogen ecosystem, deploying capital into major infrastructure projects and industrialising supply chains. Hy24’s investment is part of a private placement of convertible bonds by Hexagon Purus, where Hy24 joins existing investors Mitsui and Hexagon Composites. This consortium of investors brings extensive knowledge and networks across the hydrogen value chain, unlocking the next stage of growth for Hexagon Purus as it continues its global capacity expansion program for hydrogen infrastructure and mobility. Guillaume Lesueur, Managing Director & Head of the Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund at Hy24, said: “This investment, the first by our Equipment Fund, reinforces Hy24’s position as a strategic investor and a catalyst in fostering the clean hydrogen economy. It bolsters the growth initiatives of Hexagon Purus, a global leader in the midstream of the hydrogen sector, exemplifying our Fund’s commitment to the mature and pivotal hydrogen technologies that are essential to decarbonizing industry and mobility sectors.” Morten Holum, CEO of Hexagon Purus, said: “We operate in an increasingly supportive regulatory environment with large investments being made into renewable energy generation and hydrogen to support the clean energy transition. I want to thank Mitsui and Hexagon Composites for their continued investment and welcome Hy24 as a new strategic investor bringing valuable industry expertise from the clean hydrogen industry. This capital raise ensures that we can continue to scale up our manufacturing capacity to deliver on existing customer contracts for hydrogen infrastructure and prepare for serial volume of zero emission mobility as demand increases.” Notes to editors With over 1400 hydrogen projects announced worldwide as of the end of 2023[1], demand for equipment far exceeds available supply capacity. The hydrogen equipment manufacturing capacity across the entire supply chain needs to be multiplied by a factor of c. one hundred to meet global hydrogen development targets[2]. From upstream to downstream, the manufacturing of hydrogen production, conversion, distribution, retail, storage, and end-use equipment therefore needs rapid acceleration. The equipment market is estimated to reach USD 190 billion by 2030[3]. Hydrogen equipment manufacturing represents an attractive investment opportunity across the globe, particularly in Europe, the United States and Asia where there is strong appetite for reindustrialization and a just energy transition that will achieve both energy sovereignty and decarbonization. [1] Hydrogen Insights 2023, December 2023, Hydrogen Council and McKinsey report https://hydrogencouncil.com/en/hydrogen-insights-2023-december-update/ [2] Based on Hydrogen Council and Hy24 data’s [3] Based on Hydrogen Council and Hy24 data’s
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Masdar
Masdar and Hy24 Sign Strategic Framework Agreement to Explore Co-Development and Co-Investment Opportunities in International Large-scale Green Hydrogen Production Projects Strategic Framework Agreement will position Masdar as potential investor and developer for co-investment opportunities alongside Hy24’s Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund to enable large-scale green hydrogen production projects across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and North Africa The agreement advances ambitious growth plans of UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, giving Masdar access to a pipeline of up to €2 billion in co-investment and co-development opportunities. Masdar, is targeting 1 million tons of green hydrogen production by 2030 The agreement will broaden Hy24’s investment base and role as a springboard for hydrogen projects at scale Dubai/Paris – December 14, 2023 – Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen pure-play investor, signed a strategic joint development and investment framework agreement to foster large-scale green hydrogen projects during the UN’s Climate Change Conference, COP28, in Dubai. Masdar and Hy24 agreed a framework to explore the development and investment in projects along the Power-to-X value chain, which involves producing renewable power converted via electrolyzers into green hydrogen and, subsequently, its derivatives such as green ammonia, e-methanol, sustainable aviation fuel and liquid hydrogen. The companies will focus on projects located in key regional hubs across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The Hy24-managed “Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund” expects that co-investment and co-development opportunities will be made available to Masdar, which could represent up to €2 billion of investments in the next five years. Green hydrogen will play a key role in enabling faster and more widespread global adoption of renewable energy, helping the planet to meet net-zero goals. The agreement reinforces Hy24’s role as a catalyst in fostering the hydrogen economy and will leverage Masdar’s 20 GW of renewable energy projects worldwide, enabling the two leaders to target exploration of larger transactions and project developments across broader geographies at scale and pace. The agreement will also open new investment opportunities for Hy24 in the Middle East and North Africa and benefit from Ardian’s long-standing partnerships established in the region under the leadership of François-Aïssa Touazi (Chairman Ardian Ltd, Abu Dhabi). Hy24 is a joint venture between Ardian, Europe’s largest private investment house, and FiveT Hydrogen, a clean hydrogen investment platform. Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO of Masdar, said: “At COP28, we have seen the critical need for global stakeholders to unite, act and deliver. Masdar’s collaboration with Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen pure-play investor, will see us leverage our shared expertise and resources. Throughout our 17-year history, Masdar has deployed a ‘first mover’ approach to the clean energy transition worldwide. Now, Masdar and Hy24 will work together to maximize green hydrogen’s huge potential to accelerate the energy transition for a cleaner, greener future.” Pierre-Etienne Franc, Co-founder and CEO of Hy24, said: “Hydrogen is unanimously recognized as one of the most promising tools for the energy transition, a view that has been reinforced at COP28. Our joint agreement aims to unlock investments for some of the largest and most strategic green hydrogen projects in the world. It also demonstrates the strong potential for both France and the UAE to develop large-scale decarbonization projects together within this industry vertical. We need to see more capital allocated by institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds to climate action. Masdar is paving the way.” Established in 2006, Masdar has developed projects in over 40 countries, helping them to achieve their clean energy objectives and advance sustainable development. It has invested, or committed to invest, in worldwide projects with a combined value of more than US$30 billion with ambitious growth plans to reach 100 GW and 1 million tons of green hydrogen by 2030. Hy24 is committed to catalyzing the growth of a global hydrogen ecosystem by investing across the entire clean hydrogen value chain. Hy24’s first fund – the Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund, or “Infra Fund” – is targeted at building out the hydrogen infrastructure market. The Infra Fund has raised 2 billion euros and already made seven investments. It has brought together more than fifty leading industrial and financial investors from Europe, Asia, and North America with the aim of mobilizing up to 20 billion euros of investment within the next five years. In May 2023, Hy24 co-organized with Ardian the first hydrogen business conference in MENA, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market. Notes to editors This landmark partnership underscores the pivotal role collaborations can play to scale up the green hydrogen economy, thus being a major energy transition lever. According to the latest published IEA Hydrogen Review[1], annual production of low-emission hydrogen could reach 38 Mt in 2030. The massive ramp-up starting from 2030 will primarily come from a variety of hard-to-abate industrial sectors committed to decarbonizing their processes, including power generation, heavy industry, shipping and other forms of transportation, chemicals, and fertilizers, as well as applications for long-term storage. Government policies and private sector initiatives are leading to an increased influx of capital into the low-emission hydrogen sector. Despite this positive momentum, low-emission hydrogen currently constitutes less than 1% of global hydrogen production and usage. To align with the Net Zero Emissions (NZE) Scenario by 2030, production and usage must grow more than 100-fold. Achieving this ambitious goal necessitates additional public-private agreements to further expand low-carbon hydrogen production. [1] https://www.iea.org/reports/global-hydrogen-review-2023/executive-summary
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InterContinental Energy
InterContinental Energy Enters Next Growth Phase with Strategic Investments from GIC and Hy24 Singapore/Paris – September 26, 2023 – InterContinental Energy, a company committed to delivering green hydrogen at scale, today announces its next phase of growth following continued strategic equity investment from GIC, a leading global institutional investor, and a new investment from Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen pureplay investor, totaling USD115 million in equity investment. The injection of new capital will accelerate the deployment of InterContinental Energy’s portfolio of projects and contribute towards the company’s vision to scale up the green hydrogen economy and catalyze large-scale market deployment of green fuels. InterContinental Energy is developing a portfolio of green hydrogen projects in Australia and the Middle East, located in exceptional coastal deserts with the best complementary wind and solar resources to deliver cost-competitive green fuels at scale for domestic and export markets. The projects, which are among the most advanced, will be developed in phases, with an overall ambition of nearly 100 GW of total installed renewable capacity. Up to 10 GW of capacity is targeted for delivery in the first phases before the end of 2030 – dovetailing with the projected demand for green hydrogen which is expected to ramp up from 2030, according to the International Energy Agency[i]. This latest series of funding reinforces GIC’s continued confidence in the growth of InterContinental Energy and its portfolio of projects as an existing strategic investor. Hy24, investing through its Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund, brings in a rich ecosystem of leading industrial and financial players in the hydrogen space that are active in the entire value chain, creating new opportunities for InterContinental Energy and its stakeholders. Green hydrogen is an emerging sector with market sizing potential forecasted to reach between 450 and 600 million tons per annum (MTPA) by 2050. InterContinental Energy’s portfolio of projects is among the largest in the world and is projected to produce more than 5 MTPA of green hydrogen to help offset more than 50 MTPA of CO2. Alex Tancock, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board for InterContinental Energy, said: “InterContinental Energy values the continued commitment from GIC since becoming our strategic investor in April 2022, which strengthens our ability to deliver on our green hydrogen vision. Hy24, as a new strategic investor, brings unrivalled industrial and financial knowledge in the hydrogen space as well as its critical network of key players across the value chain, to help unlock new opportunities for InterContinental Energy and all our stakeholders.” Pierre-Etienne Franc, co-founder and CEO of Hy24, added: “We launched Hy24 to catalyze the development of the hydrogen industry at scale, by investing in hydrogen leaders and entrepreneurs. In the long-term, InterContinental Energy represents this vision and has the most advanced execution plans for large, competitive renewable power basins. InterContinental Energy, with its existing team, its partnerships with world class energy players and investors, is set to become a premier player in the new energy system in the making.” Notes to editors About the global hydrogen market The green hydrogen demand will see a progressive ramp-up starting from 2030, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). This demand will primarily come from a variety of hard-to-abate industrial sectors committed to decarbonizing their processes, including power generation, heavy industry, shipping and other forms of transportation, chemicals, and fertilizers, as well as applications for long-term storage. Developing large scale electrolysis projects, with onsite integrated renewables to produce green hydrogen and hydrogen-based commodities like ammonia, in countries with cost competitive resources (e.g. wind, solar), is key to unlocking global renewable energy trade for regional markets. Energy exporters that today have rich renewable resources and are aiming to pivot from economies that rely on fossil fuel exports to a low-carbon economy (e.g. Australia, Canada, Middle East countries) are the exporting archetype for this low-carbon hydrogen, according to International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). [i] *Source: International Energy Agency – Global deployment of low-emission hydrogen in the Net Zero Scenario, 2021-2050
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Elyse Energy
Elyse Energy signs e-fuels financing deal with Hy24 and Mirova Lyon, France, September 21, 2023 – Elyse Energy, one of the leading European players in e-fuels, today announces a financing transaction with Hy24 and Mirova to support the development of its e-methanol and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) projects in France and Spain. Hy24, managing the world’s largest clean hydrogen infrastructure fund, and Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers dedicated to sustainable finance, are both investing to accelerate the development of Elyse Energy’s most advanced projects in France and Spain, with industrial commissioning scheduled for 2027 and 2028. Thanks to its diversified portfolio of projects in development, Elyse Energy will deploy nearly 2.5 GW of installed capacity producing more than one million tonnes of e-methanol and 200,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuels[1] annually. These “e-fuels” are essential for the decarbonization of aviation and maritime transport, as well as industrial processes in sectors such as chemicals. As an example, Elyse Energy’s eM-Rhône project, awarded by the European Innovation Fund, is targeting production of 150,000 tonnes of green e-methanol annually for the maritime sector and industry. The BioTJet project, (Pyrénées Atlantiques, France), officially visited by President Emmanuel Macron last June, is another project in advanced stages of development with annual production set at 75,000 tonnes of e-biokerosene and 3,000 tonnes of naphtha [2]. President of Elyse Energy, Pascal Pénicaud, said: “E-fuels represent a unique opportunity to combine decarbonization, energy sovereignty and reindustrialisation in France and Europe. As with gas and renewable electricity, the mobilization of private capital will be crucial in financing the creation of this new sector. Hy24 and Mirova are pioneer investors in this sector, and with this financing Elyse is strengthened in its efforts to build a new industry that is essential in order to succeed in the energy transition.” CEO and co-founder of Hy24, Pierre-Etienne Franc, said: “Sustainable fuels are essential for the decarbonization of the maritime and aviation sectors and their deployment cannot be achieved without renewable and low carbon hydrogen. Today, Hy24 is the partner to some of the most advanced hydrogen project developers in France and globally and is helping to build this ecosystem alongside other players committed to the energy transition. Hy24 has partnered with Mirova for the second time to support the development of sustainable fuels through this financing of Elyse Energy. Together we share the ambition to support the most promising entrepreneurs, helping ensure France can become a major platform for the production of low-carbon fuels in Europe.” Investment Director at Mirova, Anne-Laure Messier, said: “Mirova is very proud to support Elyse Energy in this new phase of its growth. Its ambitions are in line with one of the major objectives pursued through our fifth investment strategy in energy transition infrastructure, which aims to support developers in their deployment of clean energies and innovative solutions to decarbonize the transport sector. The e-fuels market addressed by Elyse Energy seems particularly promising to us.” [1] Source : Elyse Energy [2] Source : Elyse Energy
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Stegra
Stegra raises EUR1.5 billion in equity to build the world’s first green steel plant Stockholm, September 7, 2023 – In the largest private placement in Europe this year, Stegra has raised about €1.5 billion in equity from an investor group led by Altor, GIC, Hy24 and Just Climate. The round will finance the world’s first large-scale green steel plant and Europe’s first giga-scale electrolyzer. The private placement is co-led by new investor Hy24, together with existing investors Altor, GIC and Just Climate. The transaction also includes new investors Andra AP -fonden and Temasek as well as a group of existing investors that continue to support Stegra with additional equity funding, including AMF, Cristina Stenbeck, Hitachi Energy, IMAS Foundation, Kinnevik, Schaeffler, Vargas and Wallenberg Investments holding company FAM. The proceeds will finance the construction and development of Stegra’s flagship large-scale green steel plant in Boden, Sweden. Groundworks have been ongoing on site in Boden since summer 2022, and through this transaction Stegra takes another big leap towards start of operations end of 2025. The plant will deliver steel with up to 95 percent less CO2 emissions compared to steel produced with traditional blast furnace technology. This is made possible by replacing coal in the production process with hydrogen, produced on-site with Europe’s largest electrolyzer, using electricity from renewable sources. Next-generation technology and digitalization, along with an unmatched approach to both circularity and recycling will make the steel plant the first of its kind. “The caliber of investors that are backing us is impressive. Some of the most professional institutions, investors and industrial companies globally are part of this round and we are proud that they all share our commitment to sustainability as their true north. €1.5 billion is the largest private placement in Europe this year and the appetite to invest in us proves both our solid business case and the market demand for green steel”, says Henrik Henriksson, CEO of Stegra. “This marks the start of industrial scale decarbonization of basic materials production. The sector will require substantial investments over the coming decades to enable our customers to produce green end products and, thereby, meet their climate targets. We hope this financing will contribute towards accelerating the much needed, broad participation of capital markets in the transformation of hard-to-abate industries”, says Otto Gernandt, CFO of Stegra. Since launch in 2021, Stegra has raised more than €1.8 billion of equity in three financing rounds. The company closed its series A equity round of €86 million in May 2021 and announced the close of its series B1 round of €260 million in October 2022. On the debt side, Stegra announced in 2022 the structure for its debt financing of over €3.5 billion and renewed commitment letters in July 2023. Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc acted as sole financial advisor to Stegra in the private placement. COMMENTS FROM INVESTORS: “We are excited to take a role as one of the lead investors and significantly increase our engagement in Stegra in this next important phase when the company is set to build the world’s first large-scale green steel plant. Over our 20 years, partnering in large industrial transformations have been at our core. Stegra also fits perfectly next to Altor’s increasingly broad base of investments in the green transition space. We are excited to extend the partnership with management and support on the path to launch operations at the end of 2025”, says Klas Johansson, co-managing Partner at Altor. “Since our first round of investment, Stegra has made significant progress in building the world’s first green steel plant. We will continue to support management as they work towards this first-of-its-kind project in the hard to abate industry. As a long-term investor, we are committed to providing capital to develop solutions that help decarbonize the real economy”, says Choo Yong Cheen, Chief Investment Officer of Private Equity at GIC. ”Stegra's flagship project in Boden is the most advanced large-scale, green industrial project in the world. It is a trailblazer in decarbonization of hard-to-abate industrial sectors like steel. The investment by Hy24’s clean hydrogen infrastructure fund will support Stegra's ambition to materially reshape steel markets, providing a green alternative to its off-takers and partners. This is part of Hy24’s commitment to help industry get to net zero”, says Pierre-Etienne Franc, co-founder and CEO of Hy24. “When we established Just Climate it was to invest into the hard-to-abate areas of industry that produce some of the highest levels of carbon emissions. Decarbonizing steel production is a critical piece of this industrial decarbonization process, and we are pleased to be part of the lead investor group that has today announced its support for the business”, says Shaun Kingsbury CBE, Chief Investment Officer of Just Climate.
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Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund
Hy24 hires Managing Director to lead new investment initiative focused on clean hydrogen equipment Paris – June 29th, 2023 – Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen investment fund manager, has hired Guillaume Lesueur, former Head of EDF Pulse Ventures, as Managing Director. Guillaume will head up Hy24’s latest investment initiative dedicated to scaling-up clean hydrogen technologies and equipment manufacturers. Hy24, a joint venture established in 2021 by FiveT Hydrogen and Ardian, is committed to catalyzing the growth of a global hydrogen ecosystem by investing across the entire clean hydrogen value chain. Hy24’s first fund – Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure, or “Infra Fund” – is targeted at building out the hydrogen infrastructure market. The Infra Fund has raised EUR 2 billion and already made four investments. It has brought together more than fifty leading investors. Hy24 will continue to leverage the powerful combination and track records of its world-class industrial and financial investors. Building on this success, Hy24’s new investment initiative, led by Guillaume, will focus on supporting the technology and equipment manufacturing capacities needed to meet the rapidly growing demand for hydrogen across the entire supply chain. With over one thousand large-scale hydrogen projects announced worldwide as of the end of January 2023[1], demand for equipment far exceeds available supply capacity. The hydrogen equipment manufacturing capacity across the entire supply chain needs to be multiplied by a factor of c. one hundred to meet global hydrogen development targets[2]. From upstream to downstream, the manufacturing of hydrogen production, conversion, distribution, retail, storage, and end-use equipment therefore needs rapid acceleration. The equipment market is estimated to reach USD 190 billion by 2030[3]. Hydrogen equipment manufacturing represents an attractive investment opportunity across the globe, particularly in Europe, the United States and Asia where there is strong appetite for reindustrialization and a just energy transition that will achieve both energy sovereignty and decarbonization. Pierre-Etienne Franc, Co-Founder and CEO of Hy24, said: “At Hy24, we are convinced that the scale-up of the clean hydrogen industry relies on two essential pillars: the deployment of major infrastructure projects – that we are addressing at present through our Infra Fund – and the industrialization of supply chains. Hy24’s next play is to tackle the equipment manufacturing challenge to serve a growing hydrogen demand.” Laurent Fayollas, President of Hy24, added: “The number of hydrogen projects announced is booming every year. We are facing a market situation where hydrogen demand exceeds the supply capabilities. We need to seize this opportunity now, and contribute to the growth of this sector, which is in its structuring phase. With our new investment initiative, Hy24 will be able to support both established and pioneering equipment companies, by leveraging on the success on our first fund and by benefiting from an early mover position.” Guillaume Lesueur, Managing Director & Head of the Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund of Hy24, concluded: “We urgently need an increased supply capacity for equipment and technology that are key to realizing the full potential of hydrogen in achieving net zero by 2050. Hy24’s new investment initiative will be designed to accelerate the pace of development of hydrogen supply chain players. I am delighted to join a company which is realizing its ambition to be a leading catalyst among the clean hydrogen ecosystem and a pure player at the forefront of the market.” Guillaume Lesueur has over twenty years of experience in investment and corporate finance in the energy sector spanning mergers and acquisitions, infrastructure and venture capital types of investments. He spent 11 years with EDF Group, including as M&A Director and CFO of Holding Activities at EDF Renewables, and Head of EDF Pulse Ventures (Corporate Venture Capital activity of EDF). In those positions, he managed teams of investment professionals, who participated in structuring and leading numerous transactions in the utilities, energy, environment, clean technology, and digital sectors. [1] Hydrogen Insights 2023, May 2023, a Hydrogen Council and McKinsey report https://hydrogencouncil.com/en/hydrogen-insights-2023/ [2] Based on Hydrogen Council and Hy24 data’s [3] Based on Hydrogen Council and Hy24 data’s
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Everfuel
Everfuel and Hy24 create EUR200 million JV for accelerated development of green hydrogen infrastructure in the Nordics Herning, Denmark, and Paris, France 28 February 2023 – Everfuel A/S, a leading European green hydrogen energy company, and Hy24, managing the world’s largest clean hydrogen infrastructure fund, are pleased to announce the creation of a joint venture (the “JV”) to finance the accelerated development of electrolyser capacity across the Nordics. Everfuel will own 51% of the JV and the Hy24-managed Clean H2 Infra Fund will own 49%. JV highlights Plans to invest a total of EUR200 million in equity in green hydrogen infrastructure in Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. This will enable the JV to fund, build, own and operate up to 1 GW of green hydrogen projects Accelerated delivery of existing hydrogen project pipeline and strengthened collaboration on other hydrogen production assets in the Nordic region HySynergy project phase 1 – 20 MW electrolyser, set to commence commercial operations in second quarter of 2023, is the first asset to be held by the JV Combined industrial experience and financial strength of two leaders within green hydrogen infrastructure JV to leverage Everfuel’s electrolyser development, construction and operation capabilities JV to benefit from Hy24’s extensive business development experience and vast hydrogen industry and policymaker relationships The JV combines Everfuel’s position as pioneer and leading green hydrogen project developer in Europe and Hy24’s extensive industrial experience and financial strength. The JV’s first investment is to acquire the HySynergy Phase 1 20 MW green hydrogen production plant in Fredericia, Denmark for a purchase price reflecting the costs incurred at signing, less grants received, subject to adjustment for additional costs incurred up until closing. The JV will further benefit from Everfuel’s pipeline of hydrogen projects as they are matured to final investment decision (FID) and transferred to the JV subject to predefined criteria. The HySynergy Phase 1 electrolyser is expected to commence commercial operations in the second quarter of 2023 and will contribute to significant decarbonization of industrial processes at the adjacent Crossbridge Energy Refinery. HySynergy will also offer a competitive supply of green hydrogen as zero-emission fuel for clean mobility. In December 2022, HySynergy Phase 2, 300 MW, green hydrogen plant was granted IPCEI funding of EUR 33.1 million to support the construction of the first of three 100 MW electrolysers. Hy24, managing the world’s largest clean hydrogen infrastructure fund, is helping to realise hydrogen’s global potential as the low carbon energy vector of the future by investing in the entire clean hydrogen value chain. The JV is aligned with Hy24’s ambition of unlocking strategic and large-scale projects under development to accelerate the scale-up of hydrogen markets in Europe, in the Americas and Asia Pacific regions. Hy24 is investing through its EUR 2 billion impact fund ‘Clean H2 Infra Fund’ which was closed in October 2022. Jacob Krogsgaard, the founder and CEO of Everfuel, said: “This is a major step towards making green hydrogen commercially available through an accelerated deployment of our hydrogen hubs. Hy24 is a leading global hydrogen infrastructure investor and the ideal partner and co-investor for us as the number one developer of electrolyser capacity in Europe. Together we can develop green hydrogen infrastructure needed to serve rapidly growing demand from industry and mobility across our core Nordic markets, and firmly move into the ramp-up phase of our long-term plan for growth and value creation.” Pierre-Etienne Franc, co-founder and CEO of Hy24, added: “We launched Hy24 and the Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund to help hydrogen leaders and entrepreneurs accelerate the scale-up of their projects, and to unlock the potential for the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors. Everfuel is one of the most advanced project developers with a broad knowledge of hydrogen technologies, markets, and business models in the Nordics. It is therefore the natural partner for fast and wise developments.” Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denmark, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, commented: “I warmly welcome this important investment and joint venture between Everfuel and Hy24. Green hydrogen and e-fuels will play a big role in decarbonizing industries such as shipping, aviation and heavy transportation. So, this is not only good news for the production of green energy in Denmark, but also for our global efforts to reduce CO2 emissions. The investment underlines that Danish companies are frontrunners within green technologies. It also shows that Denmark remains an attractive destination for foreign green investments thanks to competitive framework conditions, supporting both Danish and European ambitious green policies and climate goals.” The hydrogen plants owned and operated by the JV will support the ambitious Danish hydrogen roadmap. The country is planning to develop 4 to 6 GW of electrolyser production capacity by 2030 leveraging Denmark’s exceptional wind resources. Everfuel’s current project portfolio in Denmark includes more than 1.3 GW of electrolyser capacity. Additional terms and implications of the JV for Everfuel Under the agreement, the JV will deliver revenue and cash flow to Everfuel through fees during the project development, construction and operation phases. Everfuel will also be entitled to defined development fees from the JV for projects reaching FID based on the return profile of each specific project. Everfuel retains an exclusive right to market merchant hydrogen volumes from the electrolysers owned and operated by the JV to support the growth of Everfuel’s downstream business activities. The JV will be named Everfuel Hy24 A/S and fully consolidated in Everfuel’s accounts. The purchase price paid by the JV to Everfuel for the acquisition of HySynergy Phase 1 is estimated at EUR 28 million. With the transfer of HySynergy Phase 1 to the JV, Everfuel will repay the outstanding EUR 10 million loan provided by the European Investment Bank. Hy24 will also provide a bridge loan of EUR 15 million to JV that is expected to be replaced with a larger facility from external debt providers as HySynergy Phase 2 is matured. Everfuel holds an option to purchase Hy24’s shares in the JV at a pre-agreed return within a specified time period. Following completion of the JV’s establishment, Everfuel is sufficiently funded to support its share of anticipated JV investments, including projects passed through FID, towards the end of 2023. As part of the JV incorporation, Hy24 has committed to participate in a potential future capital raise by Everfuel to support the company and the realisation of green infrastructure projects, subject to certain conditions.
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