Octopus Energy Generation has launched a new fund giving pension schemes and private investors direct access to the global green energy boom.
The CG Octopus Energy Sustainable Growth Fund I, or ‘Astris’, opens the door to more than 50 wind, solar and battery projects across 15 countries.
Backed by a £165 million cornerstone investment, Astris is now live on major platforms and offers something rare in private markets – monthly access.
That means easier entry and exit for investors keen to support the net zero transition without locking up capital for years.
Unlike many ESG-labelled products, Astris meets the FCA’s new ‘Sustainable Focus’ standard – the gold stamp for credible green investment.
Octopus already manages £7 billion in clean energy assets and powers over 2.4 million homes annually. With Astris, it’s widening the net and aiming to unlock £20 billion by 2030.
“This changes the game,” said Matt Setchell, Co-Head of Octopus Energy Generation. “Pension schemes and private wealth have been locked out of private markets for too long. Now they can back the energy transition and still aim for strong returns.”
