Hendrik Hoelzer
Meet Hendrik
Investor
Kenya
Hendrik Hoelzer is Director of Strategy & Climate Finance at d.light, a global leader in solar-powered solutions for underserved communities. In addition, he co-founded Walden.Earth, an investment manager focused on natural capital, and serves on the board of GOGLA, the global off-grid solar association. Hendrik has a background in product growth from his tenure at TIER Mobility and began his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Morgan Stanley.
Areas of activity:
Climate Change Mitigation
About:
Hendrik Hoelzer is currently the Director of Strategy & Climate Finance at d.light, where he contributes to providing accessible, affordable solar energy solutions for underserved communities worldwide. His role leverages his expertise in sustainable finance and climate impact to advance d.light’s mission of transforming lives through clean energy. He also serves on the board of GOGLA, the global association for the off-grid solar energy industry, supporting sustainable market development.
Hendrik co-founded Walden.Earth, an investment management firm focused on natural capital, which uses carbon and biodiversity markets to generate positive environmental returns. Previously, he was Vice President of Product & Growth at TIER Mobility, where he led growth initiatives across multiple product lines. Hendrik’s career began at Morgan Stanley as an Investment Banking Analyst, laying a strong foundation in finance that has guided his transition into impactful roles in sustainability and renewable energy.
Involvement:
Walden
Walden invests in nature-based projects that sequester carbon, conserve biodiversity, and empower communities. Leveraging technology for project appraisal and management, Walden sources, finances, and co-develops high-impact environmental initiatives in collaboration with local and international partners. Their approach aims to create sustainable returns for investors while advancing climate resilience and ecosystem preservation.