A comprehensive institutional framework for standardising and enhancing the credit assessment of DRE projects across InfraCredit's pipeline from origination to financial close.
Environmental, social & governance compliance with IFC PS, AfDB and FCDO standards.
EPC/OEM validation, demand forecasting, O&M capacity and equipment certifications.
Contract enforceability, UBO disclosure, land rights and regulatory permits.
Financial model integrity, equity evidence, sensitivity analysis and debt structure.
DRELT captures lessons from NBC, MROC, and Credit Committee reviews to institutionalise InfraCredit's approach to credit preparation for DRE projects.
Provide structured checklists across ESG, Technical, Legal and Finance pillars to guide analysts and sponsors.
Classify issues into Pre-NBC Critical Blockers, Due Diligence Items, and Conditions Precedent.
Identify Project Development Gaps and link sponsors to DREEF for TA, subsidies and capacity building.
Embed lessons learned from past projects to strengthen InfraCredit's institutional knowledge base.
| Category | Definition | Examples | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-NBC Blocker | Must be resolved before NBC submission. | UBO disclosure gaps; No signed PPAs (only MoUs); EPC/OEM not identified; Equity proof missing | NBC Screening |
| Due Diligence Item | Can be verified during DD after NBC approval. | Demand forecast validation, Permits and licenses, FX hedging strategy, Insurance cover quotes | Due Diligence |
| Condition Precedent | Must be satisfied before disbursement. | Executed grant agreement; Binding insurance cover; Pilot project completion; Escrow arrangements | Pre-Disbursement |