Sector: Renewable Energy

Financing Model: Blended finance - combining concessional loans, grants and private investment

Impact: One of the largest concentrated solar power (CSP) plants in thew world. Funded by institutions like the World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Clean Technology Fund (CTF), the project supports Morocco's goal to derive 52% of it's energy from renewables by 2030.
 

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Sector: Green Infrastructure and Climate Mitigation

Financing Model: Sovereign Green Bonds

Impact: Egypt was the first MENA country to issue a sovereign green bond ($750m). The proceeds are used to finance sustainable transport, renewable energy and waste management projects and are helping to attract environmentally conscious investors and set a precedent for other nations.
 

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Sector: Clean Energy and Desalination.

Financing Model: Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), Islamic finance instruments (e.g., Sukuk)

Impact: Major developer of renewable energy (solar, wind) and water desalination projects. Uses project finance models involving private investors, banks and government support. Supports Saudi Vision 2030’s sustainability goals.
 

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Sector: Financial Inclusion / SME Development.

Financing Model: Structured as a blended finance impact fund.

Impact: Provides debt and equity financing to micro, small and medium enterprises. Active in countries like Egypt, Lebanon and Tunisia, it is funded by institutions such as KfW, EU and private investors.
 

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Sector: Financial inclusion.

Financing Model: USAID-funded results-based financing.

Impact: Encouraged MFIs to reach underserved populations through performance-based incentives and helped to maintain access to finance during Lebanon’s economic crisis.
 

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