Infrastructure Insights – EHI Cleantech Ventures | Energy Holdings International LLC

Addressing the Water Infrastructure Gap

There is a sizable water infrastructure investment gap in both the United States and around the world. In the U.S. alone, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) estimated this gap to be about $80 billion per year. The economic consequences of this underinvestment in water infrastructure are considerable. By investing $80 billion more, it would be possible to raise total annual economic activity by around $220 billion.

Recommendations for Renewable Energy Policy

Gathering the data is the first step in formulating effective renewable energy policies. This data should be used to set achievable goals for short-term plans during the next five years, intermediate-term scenarios, and long-term planning over several decades.

Benefits and Risks of Public-Private Partnerships

Most risks related to public-private partnerships (PPPs) are relatively low or easily minimized. For example, the costs of financing can be controlled through loan guarantees and other measures.

Energy Can Help to Drive Africa's Recovery

Despite declining oil prices, even relatively developed South Africa experienced rolling power outages due to breakdowns. Maintaining and expanding Africa's power generation capacity is crucial to food security today and economic growth in the future. We have a positive outlook for solar, LNG, wind, and on-site generation in Africa.

Improving Water Management in Latin America

Since water resources touch on multiple concerns like food, energy, and the environment, integrated water resources management is frequently the most effective approach. Latin America and the Caribbean have an abundance of water resources, but that abundance can lead to waste. Even though the region has 30% of the world's water resources on 15% of its land, water is scarce in many parts of Latin America and the Caribbean.