Climate Exchange is Zero Circle's marketplace of 200+ verified energy projects across 15 countries, matched to a network of 40,000+ institutional investors. Unlike passive listing marketplaces, matching and outreach are run by AI agents with human approval — part of Zero Circle's agentic project finance platform. Listings cover renewable energy, energy storage, carbon credits, and clean infrastructure with standardized, institutional-grade diligence packs. The live marketplace is at exchange.zerocircle.eco.
How It Works
- Projects get qualified — Developers submit project details. Zero Circle reviews and standardizes the data for institutional-grade diligence, including financials, developer track record, and counterparty profile.
- Investors get matched — Capital partners set their criteria (asset class, geography, ticket size, returns). The Exchange surfaces projects that fit.
- Capital deploys — Both sides connect directly through the platform. Transactions close off-platform with optional support from Zero Circle.
What "Verified" Means
- Third-party environmental impact verification
- Independent financial analysis review
- Legal structure and regulatory compliance confirmed
- Ongoing monitoring with quarterly reporting
- Developer and counterparty profile review
For Capital Partners
Browse verified deal flow filtered by geography, ticket size, and target returns. Access financials, impact assessments, technical specs, and regulatory documentation. Capital Partner access is free during beta: full Exchange access, complete due diligence packages, direct project owner contact, impact tracking, and priority deal alerts.
For Project Owners
Projects must be renewable energy, clean tech, or clean infrastructure with a minimum funding requirement of $100K, environmental impact data (for example, estimated tCO2e/year avoided or MWh generated), and a viable business model with experienced management. Two tiers: Self-Service Listing (free during beta) and White-Glove Placement (engagement fee + success fee at close) with a dedicated deal manager, curated introductions, and negotiation support.
Example Listings
- 50 MW Solar + 25 MWh BESS, Thailand — $58M, expected IRR 12–14%, 20-year PPA with Verra-certified carbon credits
- Biochar pyrolysis facility, Indonesia — $18M, expected IRR 15–18%, 30K tpa carbon removal
- 200-vehicle electric bus fleet, Philippines — $42M, expected IRR 10–12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of projects are on the Exchange?
Renewable energy, energy storage, clean infrastructure, nature-based solutions, and supply chain decarbonization projects across 15+ countries.
How do transactions work?
Climate Exchange facilitates discovery and connection. Transactions close directly between parties off-platform.
What does it cost for investors?
Free. Access to deal flow, due diligence materials, and portfolio tracking is free for capital partners.
What does it cost to list a project?
A verification fee applies upon acceptance and a success fee upon deal closure. No upfront listing cost. Contact us for specific fee schedules.
How long does verification take?
Initial review takes 2–5 business days. Full verification, including third-party assessments, typically takes 3–6 weeks depending on project complexity.
What if my project doesn't receive funding?
Projects remain listed for 12 months with renewal options. No success fee is charged if funding isn't secured. We provide positioning feedback if initial interest is limited.