WaterEquity Announces Final Close of $150 Million Global Access Fund IV Addressing the Global Water Crisis
KANSAS CITY, Mo., September 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - WaterEquity, an asset manager focused on solving the global water and sanitation crisis, today announced the final close of its latest $150 million impact investment fund, the Global Access Fund IV ("Fund IV").
The water and sanitation crisis remains a stark challenge for vulnerable communities in low- and middle-income countries, where millions still lack access to safely managed water and proper sanitation facilities. WaterEquity's Fund IV aims to deliver impact by channeling private investment capital to financial institutions and local enterprises that offer affordable water and sanitation products and services. The investments will pursue measurable social impact in the areas of water and sanitation access, gender equality, and financial inclusion while seeking a competitive return for investors.