Renewable energy,built in partnership with the South African communities that power it.
Founded to give local communities a stake in the renewable energy transition; while bringing together the capital, expertise, and execution capability required to deliver projects at institutional scale.
AEEG was founded on a simple principle: the people closest to the land should share in the value created by the renewable energy transition. We work alongside landowners, municipalities, and community organizations to develop solar farms on underutilized land, generating sustainable income, local jobs, and long-term economic benefits that strengthen communities for generations.
Aerial view of the Middelburg Solar Farm site in Mpumalanga, where construction is underway.
What we believe
Every megawatt we develop creates a long-term relationship between the landowner, the off-taker, and the community. That relationship is the product. The energy is what makes it work.
How we operate
We start with the land and the people on it. We don't develop from a distance. The land returns to its owner at decommissioning, restored. The income runs for the life of the project. We measure ourselves on what we've delivered, not on what we've announced.
Executive Team
Karen Metcalf
Founder and CEO
Karen has more than 20 years of experience across government and corporate sectors in emerging markets. Growing up on the Cape Flats shaped her belief that economic development should create opportunities for local people. She founded AEEG to develop renewable energy projects that ensure the energy transition delivers lasting benefits to the landowners and communities at its heart.
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Gerard Bruijnse
Investor
Gerard brings three decades of entrepreneurial experience across installation and renewable energy, with hands-on knowledge of every stage of a project — from development and funding through to construction and operational maintenance. Having worked at every level of the energy supply chain, he turns that perspective into solid, bankable concepts for energy efficiency and renewable generation. He is a co-founder and board member of companies including Renesco and GreenIPP, and serves on the boards of several others focused on creating value from energy that is currently wasted. Gerard holds an Executive MBA from Nyenrode Business University and is a member of merit of Techniek Nederland, the Dutch association of installation companies.
Jaap Buter
Bio coming soon.
Raquel Soroto
Bio coming soon.
Aziez Soekha
Investor
Bio coming soon.
Social Impact
Renewable energy projects do more than generate power; they create jobs, strengthen local economies, and bring long-term infrastructure investment into the communities where they are built.
Across our portfolio, we prioritize local employment during both construction and operations, creating opportunities for skills development, workforce participation, and long-term economic inclusion. Beyond direct jobs, our projects support local businesses through procurement, contractor engagement, and community partnerships.
We believe every project should leave a lasting legacy. That means investing in the people, skills, and infrastructure that help communities benefit from the energy transition long after construction is complete. Because every community is different, our approach is tailored to local needs, ensuring that social impact is built into each project from the ground up.
Let's talk
Whether you're an investor, a government partner, or looking to join the team — the first conversation starts here.