SIMA’s impact investment funds, including the Off-Grid Solar and Financial Access Fund, Emerging Distributor Finance Fund, and Energy Access Relief Fund, have cumulatively placed over $200 million in renewable energy with leading social enterprises. These impact investments have brought access to clean energy to an estimated 30 million people and reduced more than 20 million metric tons of CO2 emissions. In addition, our upcoming Commercial & Industrial Solar Green Bond aims to expand clean energy access, finance 220+ MW of renewable capacity, reduce 4 million tons of carbon emissions, and generate around 44K jobs in Africa and Asia.
SIMA empowers responsible microfinance institutions to uplift remote communities through expanded product offerings and financial technologies, driving social outcomes. Our investments have enabled these institutions to offer affordable loans, savings products, and insurance services to underserved populations. By leveraging digital financial services, we have facilitated access to credit for small businesses and entrepreneurs, fostering economic growth and resilience. Additionally, our initiatives support financial literacy programs, ensuring that community members can make informed financial decisions. Through these efforts, SIMA is committed to reducing poverty and promoting inclusive economic development.
SIMA's impact investments finance solarization in educational institutions, thus improving the reliability of electricity and lighting and yielding better educational outcomes for underserved communities. The SIMA Impact Foundation provides scholarships empowering low-income students aspiring to be impact investing leaders from developing countries and provides internships, mentoring, and support for their personal and professional growth. Our initiatives also focus on enhancing digital literacy and providing access to modern educational resources, ensuring that students from disadvantaged backgrounds can compete in the global job market and contribute to their communities' development.
SIMA's housing finance arm, Asaan Ghar Finance Limited, aims to disrupt the norm and uplift middle-class and low-income individuals by enabling them to realize their homeownership dreams. By supporting leading affordable housing firms, SIMA not only creates opportunities for home ownership but also addresses housing challenges for underserved communities across various regions. Our comprehensive approach includes innovative financing solutions, partnerships with local developers, and advocacy for housing policies that support sustainable development. Through these combined efforts, SIMA plays a pivotal role in improving living conditions and driving socio-economic progress on a broader scale.
Managing Partner
Microfinance
Community Development
Off-grid Solar
