Investment Thesis

A systematic framework for capturing the Energy-to-AI opportunity with ESG at its core.

Core Investment Thesis

AI's explosive growth creates unprecedented demand for sustainable energy infrastructure. We invest across the complete value chain—from clean energy generation to AI services— targeting companies that enable carbon-free computing at scale while generating attractive risk-adjusted returns.

Total Addressable Market

$600B+

by 2030

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Investment Themes

5

High-conviction themes

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Scoring Dimensions

4

100-point framework

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ESG Integration

100%

All investments scored

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Investment Themes

Five high-conviction themes spanning the Energy-to-AI value chain

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Theme 1

Geothermal

AI workloads require 24/7 reliable power that intermittent renewables alone cannot provide. ASEAN's geothermal resources (Indonesia #2, Philippines #5 globally) provide scalable zero-carbon baseload.

Power Generation

Market Size

$100B

by 2035

CAGR

9.1%

projected

Risk Level

Medium

Liquidity

Medium

Key Drivers

24/7 Clean PowerASEAN ResourcesData Center Demand
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Theme 2

RE + Storage

Data centers are the largest corporate buyers of renewable energy. Solar/wind with storage can meet 50-70% of DC power needs cost-effectively.

Energy SourcesPower GenerationStorage

Market Size

$200B

by 2030

CAGR

15%

projected

Risk Level

Medium

Liquidity

High

Key Drivers

Corporate PPAsRUPTL TargetsASEAN Growth
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Theme 3

Green DCs

The $800B APAC data center construction boom requires sustainable design. Operators with superior PUE/WUE will command premium valuations and tenant preference.

Data Centers

Market Size

$150B

by 2030

CAGR

19%

projected

Risk Level

Low

Liquidity

Medium

Key Drivers

AI DemandJS-SEZ GrowthESG Requirements
Theme 4

Efficiency

Exponential growth in AI model size creates unsustainable energy demand. Investments in compute efficiency multiply the value of each kWh.

AI ComputeData Centers

Market Size

$50B

by 2030

CAGR

25%

projected

Risk Level

High

Liquidity

Medium

Key Drivers

GPU InnovationLiquid CoolingModel Optimization
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Theme 5

Grid Infra

Cross-border grid interconnections enable renewable energy sharing and optimize clean power utilization. ASEAN Power Grid is critical infrastructure for the AI boom.

Grid & TransmissionStorage

Market Size

$100B

by 2030

CAGR

12%

projected

Risk Level

Medium

Liquidity

Low

Key Drivers

Cross-border TradeADB/WB FinancingRE Integration

Scoring Framework

Systematic 100-point evaluation across four dimensions

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Strategic Fit

25 pts

Alignment with Energy-to-AI value chain and market positioning

Value Chain Criticality5 pts
AI Demand Linkage5 pts
Scalability5 pts
Competitive Position5 pts
Market Timing5 pts
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ESG Impact

25 pts

Environmental, social, and governance contribution and disclosure

Carbon Avoidance/Reduction5 pts
Renewable Energy %5 pts
Water Efficiency5 pts
Just Transition5 pts
Disclosure Quality5 pts
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Financial Return

25 pts

Expected returns, cash flow visibility, and exit options

Expected IRR5 pts
Cash Flow Visibility5 pts
Downside Protection5 pts
Exit Optionality5 pts
Currency Risk5 pts
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Risk Assessment

25 pts

Technology, regulatory, counterparty, and execution risks

Technology Risk5 pts
Regulatory Risk5 pts
Counterparty Risk5 pts
Execution Risk5 pts
ESG/Greenwashing Risk5 pts

Score Interpretation

Investment decision framework based on total scores

85-100

Exceptional

Priority investment. Fast-track due diligence.

70-84

Strong

Active pursuit. Standard due diligence.

55-69

Moderate

Monitor and evaluate. Conditional interest.

<55

Below Threshold

Pass or require significant improvement.

ESG Integration

Environmental, Social, and Governance factors embedded throughout

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Environmental

  • Carbon intensity reduction potential
  • Renewable energy percentage
  • Water usage efficiency (WUE)
  • E-waste management practices
  • Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions tracking
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Social

  • Local job creation
  • Community impact programs
  • Digital inclusion initiatives
  • Worker safety standards
  • Supply chain labor practices
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Governance

  • Board ESG oversight
  • Sustainability reporting standards
  • Climate risk disclosure
  • Executive ESG incentives
  • Regulatory compliance track record

Risk Management

Comprehensive risk assessment integrated into scoring

Market Risk

Energy price volatility, demand fluctuations, competitive dynamics

Technology Risk

Obsolescence, performance guarantees, integration complexity

Regulatory Risk

Policy changes, permitting delays, carbon pricing uncertainty

Execution Risk

Construction delays, cost overruns, supply chain disruptions

Counterparty Risk

Offtaker creditworthiness, contract enforceability

ESG Risk

Greenwashing exposure, stranded assets, reputational damage