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A USD 500 million fund launched by Lightrock targeting energy access.
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Lightrock Closes $500M Accelerate7 Fund to Back Energy Access Startups
Tech In Africa - May 19, 2026
Lightrock has closed a USD 500 million fund named Accelerate7. The fund targets growth-stage companies working on energy access.

Lightrock’s cash for climate hits $2B with final close of $500M fund for clean energy in emerging markets
Tech Funding News - May 15, 2026
Lightrock has reached final close on a $500 million fund for clean energy. The firm launched Accelerate7 to deploy capital in emerging markets.
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