UAE-based energy company Positive Zero has secured a financing facility of up to $375 million (AED 1.38 billion) to expand its clean energy portfolio across the Gulf region. The funding will support new investments in distributed solar power, energy efficiency solutions, and clean mobility infrastructure in five GCC countries.
The financing represents one of the region's largest commitments to decentralized energy infrastructure and highlights growing investor confidence in sustainable energy projects across the Middle East.
Funding to Support Expansion Across Five GCC Countries
The new capital will be used to accelerate Positive Zero's expansion in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar.
According to the company, the funding will finance new project development, construction activities, and long-term infrastructure investments across its growing clean energy portfolio.
Unlike traditional utility-scale power projects, Positive Zero focuses on decentralized energy solutions that deliver renewable power directly to businesses, commercial facilities, and industrial customers.
The company says this approach helps organizations reduce energy costs while lowering carbon emissions.
Landmark Financing for Regional Energy Transition
Positive Zero described the transaction as the Middle East's first non-recourse financing facility covering a diversified portfolio of decentralized sustainable infrastructure assets across multiple countries.
The financing was arranged jointly by Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) and The Arab Energy Fund, both of which will continue supporting the project throughout its implementation.
Natixis CIB will also serve as:
- Facility Agent
- Security Agent
- Green Loan Coordinator
These roles ensure the financing remains aligned with internationally recognized green financing standards while overseeing loan administration and project governance.
Investment Focuses on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Infrastructure
The financing will support three major business segments:
Distributed Solar Energy
Positive Zero continues to expand rooftop and distributed solar installations that generate clean electricity for commercial and industrial customers across the GCC.
Energy Efficiency Solutions
The company is investing in technologies that help businesses reduce electricity consumption through improved energy management, modern equipment, and optimized building performance.
Clean Mobility Infrastructure
Funding will also support projects linked to sustainable transportation, including infrastructure designed to encourage cleaner mobility solutions across the region.
By combining these sectors under one financing package, Positive Zero aims to create a diversified clean energy platform capable of supporting the GCC's long-term sustainability goals.
Strong Portfolio Supports Investor Confidence
Positive Zero already manages one of the region's largest distributed renewable energy portfolios.
According to the company, it has more than 500 megawatts (MW) of distributed solar capacity either operational or under construction across the Middle East.
Its existing projects are expected to prevent more than 450,000 metric tonnes of carbon emissions annually, while its energy efficiency initiatives have already helped customers reduce electricity consumption by more than 100 million kilowatt-hours (kWh).
These results have helped strengthen investor confidence and supported the company's latest fundraising efforts.
Growing Demand for Sustainable Infrastructure
Governments across the GCC continue to invest heavily in renewable energy as part of broader economic diversification and net-zero strategies.
Demand for distributed solar systems, efficient buildings, and sustainable transport infrastructure has increased significantly as businesses seek to reduce operating costs and meet environmental targets.
Industry experts believe innovative financing structures like this will play an increasingly important role in accelerating clean energy deployment throughout the region.
Regional Financial Institutions Back Green Growth
The participation of Natixis CIB and The Arab Energy Fund reflects growing institutional interest in financing sustainable infrastructure across the Middle East.
The financing structure enables long-term investment in multiple renewable energy technologies while spreading risk across different projects and markets.
By supporting a diversified portfolio instead of a single project, lenders can help accelerate clean energy development while maintaining financial stability.
Looking Ahead
The new $375 million facility provides Positive Zero with additional resources to expand its renewable energy footprint and meet rising demand for decentralized infrastructure across the GCC.
As Gulf countries continue investing in cleaner energy systems and sustainable economic growth, projects focused on solar power, energy efficiency, and clean mobility are expected to play a central role in the region's energy transition.
With operations spanning five countries and one of the region's largest distributed solar portfolios, Positive Zero is well positioned to contribute to the GCC's long-term sustainability ambitions while supporting businesses in their shift toward cleaner and more efficient energy solutions.
