Our mission
An investment strategy focused on decarbonizing the economy
“Over the past decade, the majority of funds dedicated to the energy transition have been directed towards renewable electricity generation projects. The investors' enthusiasm for wind and solar power development has long contrasted with the lack of dedicated funding for low-carbon heat supply and industrial decarbonization projects. Yet these projects often represent a better lever for decarbonization per euro invested. Our company was created to address this paradox.”
Arnaud SUSPLUGASPresident of Kyotherm
Our investment process
At every stage of our investment process, we ensure that the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions is correctly estimated and consistent with the performance achieved by the rest of our portfolio.
01
We measure the project’s mitigation potential on climate change through an in-depth analysis of avoided greenhouse gas emissions.
02
We verify that the greenhouse gas emissions avoided by the project are maximized and consistent with Kyotherm’s projects to date in terms of emissions reduction per euro invested.
03
We check the project’s compliance with the constraints and standards of the green bonds issued by Kyotherm.
04
During the design and construction phases, we ensure that the estimated reduction in greenhouse gas emissions is actually achieved.
05
In the operational phase, we track the actual performance of our projects in terms of greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and report it transparently to our investors.
250
of low-carbon heat generation and
and energy efficiency assets
4
tonnes of CO2
saved over 20 years
20
average CO2 emissions
emissions avoided per euro invested
Kyotherm’s issuance of green bonds in 2020 and 2023 for a total of 55 million euros with Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management and Johes vetted the relevance of its investment strategy and its commitment to the fight against climate change.
Each year, Kyotherm issues a report assessing the alignment of the use of the funds raised with the Green Bond Principles. This report is reviewed and validated by Sustainalytics, a recognized independent player in the sector.
OUR PARTNER INDUSTRIES
Our contribution to the United Nations Sustainable
Development Goals
Kyotherm contributes to achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by financing only projects that benefit the environment and society. In fact, all our projects contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals, in particular MDG 13, which aims to combat climate change. In addition, our projects contribute to the decarbonization of the industrial sector towards achieving a sustainable industrialization, while ensuring the production of clean, competitive energy, in line with MDG 7. Finally, Kyotherm finances energy efficiency projects to promote the responsible use of resources, in line with MDG 12.
Goal 7
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
Goal 9
Build resilient infrastructures, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.
Goal 13
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Goal 12
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
