Aquila Capital

Aquila Capital is delighted to be a Gold Sponsor of the #ParisInfraWeek this year!  ➡️ Infrastructure driving the global decarbonisation. Our Chief Investment Officer, Markus Wandt and our Business Development Partner, René Kassis will join two panels during the Inaugural Day discussing strategies to empower infrastructure investments and explore financing solutions for decarbonisation. 📅Inaugural day, 4 November 📍Paris Infraweek The #ParisInfraWeek is a premier European infrastructure network that unites the most influential global players in infrastructure financing. Over the week, attendees can participate in more than 50 dedicated roundtables and workshops, featuring over 250 high-level speakers from around the world.    The link to the Inaugural Day Agenda and for the registration can be found in the comments below ⬇️    #Infrastructure #Decarbonization #Investments #Sustainability #ParisInfraweek #AquilaCapital #ParisEuroplace #MinistryofEconomy  

Two weeks ago, our Analyst Program colleagues embarked on an exciting business trip to Aquila’s Hydroplants in Norway, hosted by Småkraft AS, which is owned by Aquila Capital managed hydro funds. Our colleagues gained valuable insights into both the technical and commercial aspects of the Hydropower plants: Rasdalen (5.2 MW), Golsand (11 GW), and Jørnevikelvi (4.9 GWh), as well as an overview of the Norwegian energy market, while enjoying the stunning landscapes surrounding the plants 🌿🏔️. Within our 24-month Analyst Program, our young professionals develop their careers in the renewables and sustainability sector. They deepen their knowledge by rotating within Aquila Capital and its departments, experiencing a multicultural working environment. A big thank you to Småkraft AS teams, especially Terje Vedeler and our colleagues for making this trip such a success! 🙌 At Aquila Capital we are constantly looking for new colleagues, young talents and highly qualified employees. Want to know more about your job opportunities at Aquila Capital follow this link: https://lnkd.in/e39DEbmc 

🏅 Our Luxembourg team took part in the annual Luxembourg Business Run for the first time. This was a unique opportunity for colleagues to come together, build team spirit and support each other as we worked towards a common goal. We were proud to see how each participant encouraged and motivated their peers to cross the finish line, embodying the values of collaboration and perseverance. 🏃♂️🏃♀️ A big thank you to all participants, both runners and supporters, for contributing to the success of the day. We are delighted that more than half of the Luxembourg office took part in this entertaining sporting event and look forward to next year's event. #Teamwork #Collaboration #LuxembourgBusinessRun #AquilaCapital

Meet us at IPEM in Paris next week on Wednesday, 11th September! Just one day after announcing Aquila Capital’s market entry into France, we are excited to share that we will be attending IPEM as premier relationship broker for global private equity in Paris. Our team, together with newly appointed Business Development Partner René Kassis will be joining the conference next week. See you at booth H 207, Level 2! #IPEMParis2024 #AquilaCapital 

📢 We are excited to announce that we are expanding our business to the French market. As one of the largest institutional investment markets in Europe, Aquila Capital’s market entry to France is a significant step in our expansion strategy for Europe. We are delighted to partner with French industry expert René Kassis, who has recently been appointed as Business Development Partner of Aquila Capital. René Kassis brings over 30 years of experience in the French asset management and banking sectors and we are confident that his proven track record will make him a pivotal addition to Aquila Capital’s team. Read more in our press release: https://lnkd.in/dwhH5Dbv #AquilaCapital #MarketEntry 

We are pleased to announce the start of construction of the battery energy storage (BESS) project “Strübbel” in Northern Germany. With 50 MW / 100 MWh, this will be one of the largest and most advanced battery storage projects in the country. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁: 🟢 One of the first two-hour storage systems in Germany with a capacity of 50MW, which can supply 120,000 households with electricity for two hours 🟢 Located in an onshore wind area contributing to the stability of the power grid and helping the integration of clean energies 🟢 BESS projects ideally complement clean energy fund portfolios since BESS generate revenue when clean energy plants do not and vice-versa. Strübbel is the first of 14 battery storage projects planned by Aquila Group in Germany, with a total capacity of over 900 MW, as part of the 4.5 GW BESS portfolio that Aquila Group manages across Europe and which are developed by Aquila Clean Energy EMEA. In an electricity mix with a high share of renewable energy, battery storage systems make an important contribution to system stability. They are therefore a key factor in making affordable, clean electricity available to all market participants.🌍 For more information, please read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/dU7dBgsf #BatteryStorage #BESS #CleanEnergy

Aquila Capital is diversifying the portfolio of our clean energy funds by integrating investments in battery energy storage systems (BESS). Our BESS investments are complementary to the producing clean energy assets like solar PV or wind energy since they balance energy supply and demand.  𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: BESS can discharge during peak demand to regulate and stabilise the grid and charge during low consumption to reduce energy costs  𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Falling battery cost and lower lithium prices make BESS increasingly affordable   𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹: Opportunities in ancillary services, grid balancing and electricity market optimisation boost BESS revenue and diversify renewable portfolios We are proud to contribute to the global energy transition while providing sustainable investment opportunities for our clients. Discover how our BESS projects are transforming the energy landscape: https://lnkd.in/erd84XPg #SustainableEnergy #BESS #Innovation #AquilaCapital #RenewableEnergy 

Aquila Group is proud to share that our data centre business AQ Compute - Data Centers has started construction works on its second data centre complex, located in Barcelona.  After the first site near Oslo commenced commercial operations in February 2024, the company is further expanding its presence in Europe. The new facility is designed as a campus with independent buildings that are powered by renewable energy and combine 60 MW capacity.   We are convinced that data centres need to be as sustainable as possible, powered by clean energies, while providing computing power for the Cloud and energy-intensive AI applications.   Find out more in AQ Compute's press release: https://lnkd.in/ea-5x_xe   #AquilaGroup #AQCompute #datacenters

🔋 Investing into the energy transition with BESS At Aquila Capital, we are driving the energy transition through strategic investments in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Our comprehensive approach combines investments into clean energy assets and storage capacities, ensuring optimal portfolio performance and resilience. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are crucial for balancing generation and consumption, ensuring grid stability and enhancing the security of energy supply. Combining the asset classes of solar PV, wind energy and BESS in a diversified portfolio ensures a stable income for our investors while we are paving the way for a cleaner, more efficient energy future.  Find out more about the investment opportunity of BESS in our latest white paper: https://lnkd.in/erd84XPg #EnergyTransition #SustainableInvestments #BESS #AquilaCapital #CleanEnergy 

From classroom to clean energy! Happy to share a recent initiative from our team at 20MW Triwa wind park in Kepno, Poland. Nine Siemens Gamesa turbines combine 20 MW capacity of renewable energy production and recently played host to 24 curious minds and 2 dedicated teachers. ABO Wind, our Technical and Commercial Manager, joined in, alongside three representatives from Siemens Gamesa, for a special Earth Day visit, where children delved into the world of renewable energy and wind turbine operations. Under careful supervision, they even got to explore the ground level of these towering marvels. Inspiring the next generation, one turbine at a time!   #CleanEnergy #WindPower #EarthDay #AquilaCapital