The world needs significant investment to cover the growing demand for energy. In the interest of the global climate, the local environment, and energy security, investment in energy must be steered towards energy options with less carbon, less fuel and fuel-price risk, and more and better access for the poor. The business and finance sectors have a key role to play in promoting the shift to a sustainable energy future.



BASE aims to bridge the gap between sustainable energy enterprises, especially SMEs, and the finance sector to foster strategic partnerships for the purpose of increasing investment in clean energy options.



Mission:



BASE’s mission is to promote and facilitate investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy to accelerate worldwide commercialization of sustainable energy and to contribute to global climate protection, poverty mitigation, and conflict prevention.



Services:



BASE helps to mobilize investment in sustainable energy by:



- Serving as information clearinghouse and communication centre in the field of financing sustainable energy



- Acting as independent broker to help project developers access funding and help investors identify profitable investment opportunities



- Providing a platform for entrepreneurs and investors to build partnerships



- Promoting innovative financing instruments



- Developing practical tools to facilitate investment in sustainable energy