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Tag : Infrastructure
27
Nov
2023

Innovation and partnerships to unlock sustainable investments in Africa
Matching Africa’s natural and human capital with financial capital is vital for its sustainable development. Societe...
Matching Africa’s natural and human capital with financial capital is vital for its sustainable development. Societe...
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Matching Africa’s natural and human capital with financial capital is vital for its sustainable development. Societe Generale is deploying the know-how and experience of its teams to design innovative financings for the continent’s emerging entrepreneurs and impactful projects.
Innovation and partnerships to unlock sustainable investments in Africa30
Oct
2023

How smart meters are helping Australia embrace a new energy future
Australia’s rollout of smart metering solutions is a template for upgrades to energy networks in Asia Pacific
Australia’s rollout of smart metering solutions is a template for upgrades to energy networks in Asia Pacific
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Australia’s rollout of smart metering solutions is a template for upgrades to energy networks in Asia Pacific
How smart meters are helping Australia embrace a new energy future28
Feb
2023

Charging up Down Under: the potential of Australia’s electric vehicle market
Almost 90% of households in Australia own a vehicle, with over half owning more than one; and the average Australian...
Almost 90% of households in Australia own a vehicle, with over half owning more than one; and the average Australian...
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Almost 90% of households in Australia own a vehicle, with over half owning more than one; and the average Australian drives nearly 13,000km per year (Footnote 1,2). Both numbers are higher than almost anywhere except North America.
Charging up Down Under: the potential of Australia’s electric vehicle market11
Jan
2023

Re-engineering infrastructure finance for the energy transition
Hervé Le Corre, Global Head of Infrastructure Finance at Societe Generale, has penned his thoughts on how we push the...
Hervé Le Corre, Global Head of Infrastructure Finance at Societe Generale, has penned his thoughts on how we push the...
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Hervé Le Corre, Global Head of Infrastructure Finance at Societe Generale, has penned his thoughts on how we push the boundaries of infrastructure finance in IJGlobal Magazine - article published on January 6, 2023.
Re-engineering infrastructure finance for the energy transition 30
Sep
2022

Is hydrogen about to take off? Equity is plentiful, projects numerous, technology ramping up, but bankability is still at early stage.
A year after the launch of the first pure-play dedicated hydrogen equity fund, we anticipate that large-scale hydrogen...
A year after the launch of the first pure-play dedicated hydrogen equity fund, we anticipate that large-scale hydrogen...
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A year after the launch of the first pure-play dedicated hydrogen equity fund, we anticipate that large-scale hydrogen projects will get closer to lending decisions in the next six to 18 months.
By Louis-Aynard de Clermont Tonnerre,
Global Head of Power, Utilities & Infrastructure at Societe Generale
Is hydrogen about to take off? Equity is plentiful, projects numerous, technology ramping up, but bankability is still at early stage.30
May
2022

Development of fibre in France: the final stretch
In France alone, the bank has been involved in the financing of 25 fibre optic projects with all the major private...
In France alone, the bank has been involved in the financing of 25 fibre optic projects with all the major private...
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In France alone, the bank has been involved in the financing of 25 fibre optic projects with all the major private operators, enabling the connection of 16 million homes and businesses.
Development of fibre in France: the final stretch02
Feb
2022

How a European bank’s unique expertise can help advance the massive US infrastructure agenda
The $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Infrastructure bill) that was signed into law on November 15th,...
The $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Infrastructure bill) that was signed into law on November 15th,...
Infrastructure
The $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Infrastructure bill) that was signed into law on November 15th, 2021, is intended to “make long overdue improvements for our nation’s ports, airports, rail, and roads, and grow the economy sustainably.” For Societe Generale, the approval of this massive agenda means a once in a lifetime opportunity to put...
How a European bank’s unique expertise can help advance the massive US infrastructure agenda20
Jul
2020

From airports to data, digital and debt
After falling in love with infrastructure investments 15 years ago, equity funds are now arriving at the deal table with...
After falling in love with infrastructure investments 15 years ago, equity funds are now arriving at the deal table with...
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After falling in love with infrastructure investments 15 years ago, equity funds are now arriving at the deal table with even bigger pockets and more recent accomplice, the debt fund. After perfecting their pitch for a swarm of data and digital projects, these funds are preparing for a world that promises more environmental offerings.
From airports to data, digital and debt