HRZ Transmissoras demonstrates how a lean approach to an asset can deliver efficiencies many large utilities struggle to achieve. Based in Brazil, Actis acquired HRZ Transmissoras at the end of 2021, and in that short period the company has achieved major cost savings and operational improvements.

Emicool is a leading district cooling provider in the Middle East. District cooling is essentially utility-scale air conditioning provided to a large area in a sustainable and reliable way, using chilled water distributed through an underground piping network. It has been described as the “most important utility service in the UAE,” as it can reduce energy consumption by more than 50% when compared to individual air conditioning units. This aligns with the government’s net zero targets. While Emicool’s business model is inherently sustainable, the company is also setting ambitious targets to embed sustainability into all of its processes, including its supply chain from generation to delivery.

NextStream is a group of data centres across Latin America, purchased by Actis from Asterion in March 2023. NextStream consists of 11 data centres, covering six countries in Latin America and the US. Using these strategic assets as a base, NextStream has adopted a startup mindset and is aiming to address significant growth opportunities in Latin America.