Triodos Investment Management has announced a significant €30 million investment into the Hivos-Triodos Fonds, provided by two leading European development finance institutions: the Dutch FMO and Austria’s OeEB. This marks a major milestone for the fund, as it is the first time these institutions have invested directly in Hivos-Triodos Fonds.
Established in 1994 as a public-private partnership between Triodos and the Dutch development organization Hivos, the Hivos-Triodos Fonds has been a pioneer in impact investing across emerging markets. Over the past three decades, the fund has deployed more than €300 million into transformative projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, focusing on sectors such as sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and inclusive finance.
The new €30 million investment will enable the fund to significantly expand its reach, particularly in areas that are critical to sustainable development, such as agriculture and clean energy. The funding comes with a ten-year commitment, providing long-term stability and growth potential for the fund’s portfolio.
Femke Bos, Head of Impact Private Debt and Equity at Triodos Investment Management, commented:
This new investment by FMO and OeEB marks an important milestone as it is the first time that development finance institutions invest directly in Hivos-Triodos Fonds, allowing us to significantly grow in size while securing a ten-year commitment. The cooperation with FMO and OeEB exemplifies the transformative power of collaboration in the development finance sector. It clearly shows that by joining forces we can create meaningful impact for people in emerging economies.
This partnership reflects a broader trend in the development finance sector: leveraging blended capital and cross-institutional collaboration to drive inclusive growth and environmental sustainability. By aligning with mission-driven investors like FMO and OeEB, Triodos is reinforcing its commitment to building resilient economies and empowering communities in regions where access to finance remains limited.
