Zola Electric closes $20 million in debt financing

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This financing marks the completion of the third transaction between Zola and SunFunder, a specialist finance provider focused on supplying funds for solar assets in emerging economies. Zola and SunFunder have worked together since 2014. Due to the ongoing success of their transactions, their relationship has grown with each new investment.

The new investment will support Zola’s continued expansion across Africa and bring affordable, accessible and reliable solar energy to an additional 25,000 customers in four countries. Additionally, it’s estimated that between now and when the loan matures in mid-2021, 500,000 households will experience improved energy access. A reduction in the use of kerosene is also expected, which could result in 250,000 fewer tons of carbon dioxide output.

“We are excited to announce the next chapter in our relationship with these two lenders,” said Bill Lenihan, Co-CEO, Zola Electric. “This investment will support our growth in new and existing markets, our continued support to the communities in which we operate and the ongoing development of our industry-leading product offering.”

“Zola’s technologically advanced product offering and innovative business model have attracted an incredible group of strategic and capital partners,” continued Lenihan. “SunFunder and the family office join a roster of strategic and capital partners that is the strongest in the industry, including Tesla, Total, EDF, DBL Partners, Helios Investment Partners and GE Ventures.”

“SunFunder’s strength in building scalable relationships is a core aspect of our business and supports the long-term success of the industry,” said Ryan Levinson, SunFunder CEO. “We are excited about the next chapter in our relationship with Zola as we work together towards creating lasting change.”