The Role of the Public Sector in Mobilizing Commercial Finance for Grid-Connected Solar Projects – Lessons Learned and Case Studies

This study explores how the public sector catalyzed commercial financing for grid-connected solar projects in selected developing countries. It offers a useful perspective to governments and development partners on their efforts to attract non-concessional sources of financing in the solar market. It focuses on the ability of the public sector to attract commercial investors and lenders, without analysis of the financing terms.