The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has committed $100 million to support climate transition initiatives across emerging Asia, marking its first investment in a dedicated climate transition fund. Of the total, $75 million will go to the Actis Asia Climate Transition Fund, with up to $25 million reserved for direct co-investments.
“This partnership aligns with our climate strategy and sets a precedent for future investments aimed at achieving net-zero emissions while promoting gender equality in the energy sector,” said Rajat Misra, AIIB Acting Vice President for Investment Clients, Region 1 & Financial Institutions and Funds, Global.
The Actis Asia Climate Transition Fund, managed by Actis GP LLP, targets high-impact investments in renewable energy infrastructure, sustainable transportation, and energy efficiency solutions across emerging markets in Asia. It is classified under SFDR Article 9, which denotes a strong sustainability focus, and is designed to help accelerate the transition to net-zero while addressing systemic gender disparities in the energy sector.
In addition to environmental benefits, this is AIIB’s first equity investment in an energy transition fund with a gender-focused mandate—signaling a broader shift toward inclusive financing in the infrastructure sector. The bank will also leverage Actis’ proprietary sustainability toolkit to strengthen governance, ESG performance, and impact tracking across the fund’s portfolio.
The investment is part of AIIB’s strategy to foster strategic partnerships and scale up financing for sustainable infrastructure projects. As Actis’ first climate transition-focused strategy, the collaboration marks a milestone in mobilizing capital for climate-aligned and socially inclusive development in Asia.
By backing projects that merge climate ambition with gender equity, AIIB aims to set a new standard for regional development financing, advancing both environmental and social outcomes in tandem.
