Equity Fundraising for Solar Projects
We secure equity capital for utility-scale and commercial rooftop portfolios. You get investor-grade materials, a tight distribution to aligned funds and strategic partners, clean term sheets, and disciplined execution through shareholders’ agreements and funding milestones. Typical tickets range from USD 2 million to USD 100 million per deal or program.
Who We Serve
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Utility-scale developers and IPPs
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C&I and distributed generation platforms
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EPCs and OEMs seeking co-investment partners
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Aggregators building multi-asset pipelines across regions
Utility-Scale & IPP
- Development equity for land control, permits, and interconnection
- Construction equity at SPV or HoldCo
- Preferred equity with milestone draws
- Buy-out or top-up equity for NTP to COD
- Portfolio equity for multi-site rollouts
C&I and Distributed Generation
- Warehouse vehicles for small sites under one platform
- Anchor equity for corporate PPA programs
- Hybrid structures for solar plus storage
- Retrofit portfolios with existing PPAs or leases
- Cross-border platforms with ring-fenced SPVs
Structures and Regulatory Paths
Equity Structures
- Common equity at SPV or HoldCo
- Preferred equity with coupons or step-ups
- Shareholder loans with intercreditor alignment
- JV equity with governance and reserved matters
- Program equity for rolling NTP pipelines
Regulatory Paths
- US private placements under Reg D 506(c) and Reg S
- EU professional investor frameworks and AIFMD gatekeeping
- KYC and AML, sanctions screening, and investor suitability
- NDAs, term sheets, and shareholder agreements aligned to law
- Disclosure controls for marketing and data room access
What We Deliver
Investor-Ready Pack
Sponsor memo, financial model checks, project summaries, PPA and tariff notes, grid status, EPC and O&M positions, and a clean cap table.
Investor Lineup
Shortlists across infra funds, family offices, strategics, and utilities with clear fit by stage, ticket size, geography, and return profile.
Execution Control
Teaser and NDA flow, CIM and model release, Q&A management, term sheet coordination, redlines, and funding milestone schedules.
Capital Stack Fit
Equity sized to debt and grants, intercreditor points mapped, DSCR and LLCR sensitivities, and reserve planning for COD and beyond.
Investor Protections and Controls
Governance & Rights
Reserved matters, board seats, information rights, and step-in mechanics consistent with project stage and risk.
Use of Proceeds
Milestone-based draws tied to site control, permits, NTP, construction progress, and COD tests.
Reporting & Covenants
Construction and operational reports, budget controls, hedging notes where relevant, and maintenance KPIs.
Exit and Buy-Out
Buy-out windows, drag/tag provisions, ROFR, and COD take-out options aligned to sponsor plans.
Operating Model
Engagement
We review the pipeline, align sizing and valuation approach, map investor fit, and agree a distribution plan with clear timelines and deliverables.
Compliance & Materials
KYC and AML, sanctions screening, investor gating, NDAs, and disclosure controls across teaser, CIM, model, data room, and track record.
Process to Close
- Share pipeline summary, model, PPA or term sheets, permits, grid status, EPC and O&M positions, corporate KYC, and cap table.
- Receive eligibility view, investor shortlist, marketing timeline, and engagement letters.
- Release teaser and NDAs. Open data room with CIM, model, and diligence pack.
- Manage Q&A and site calls. Align on valuation, structure, and draw schedule.
- Negotiate term sheets and exclusivity where required.
- Run confirmatory diligence with advisors. Finalize shareholders’ agreement and ancillary docs.
- Arrange funding mechanics with milestone escrow or direct subscription.
- Close and move to post-close reporting and governance cadence.
Eligibility and Documents
Baseline Profile
- SPVs with site control, permits in process or granted
- PPA, feed-in, or corporate offtake under discussion or executed
- Interconnection status with dates and cost estimates
- EPC and O&M strategies with budget ranges
- Experienced team or credible partners
Checklist to Start
- KYC, corporate documents, ownership table
- Financial model with assumptions and sensitivities
- PPA or term sheets, site and land docs, permits and studies
- Grid letters, interconnection queue status, and timelines
- EPC and O&M proposals, warranty terms, and insurance notes
Illustrative Pricing
Engagement fee USD 59,500 for single-asset or small portfolio mandates. Success fee 2.5% to 3.0% of equity raised, payable at funding. Third-party costs such as legal, technical, and insurance advisors are for the client. Exact terms depend on scope, geography, and investor pool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equity ticket sizes do you arrange?
Typical checks run from USD 2 million to USD 100 million per deal or program. Larger allocations are possible for multi-asset pipelines.
How long does a raise take?
Marketing to signed term sheet often takes 3 to 6 weeks for prepared assets. Confirmatory diligence to close usually adds 3 to 6 weeks based on complexity and jurisdiction.
Do you coordinate equity with project debt?
Yes. We align equity terms to lender requirements, map intercreditor points, and coordinate timing for NTP and COD.
Request Equity Capital
Share your pipeline summary, model, PPA or offtake status, permits, grid letters, EPC and O&M positions, KYC, and target raise. We revert with eligibility, investor shortlist, structure options, pricing bands, and a clear path to term sheets and closing.
Request Indicative Terms
Financely acts as advisor and arranger on a best efforts basis. We are not a bank. All mandates are subject to KYC and AML, sanctions screening, investor suitability, credit approval, legal documentation, and applicable securities laws. Nothing here is a solicitation or an offer of securities. Any placement is limited to accredited or professional investors under the relevant exemptions. Terms vary by jurisdiction, investor requirements, and documentary quality.