Emilio Cattaneo

Emilio Cattaneo is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in infrastructure development and finance, currently serving as the Head of Technical Assistance at The Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG).3

Emilio joined PIDG in 2015 as the Executive Director of The Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund.1 In December 2019, he transitioned to his current role as Head of PIDG Technical Assistance.1 In this position, he is responsible for:

1. Deploying grants to projects being developed by PIDG Companies
2. Providing upstream capacity building grants to governments
3. Managing strategic partnerships1

With over 35 years of experience, Emilio's expertise spans corporate finance, asset management, and advisory services across various markets, including Africa, Latin America, India, and Southern Europe.1 His career highlights include:

• Nearly 20 years with HSBC in the UK and abroad
• Director of Asset Management at Climate Change Capital, where he focused on climate mitigation investment strategies and renewable energy projects in Africa
• Executive Director of the Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF), part of PIDG2

Emilio's educational background includes:

• A degree from the University of Oxford
• Studies in Biochemistry (with Economics) at Hertford College1

In his current role at PIDG, Emilio contributes to the organization's mission of mobilizing private investment in infrastructure projects in developing countries, particularly in Africa and Asia.3 His expertise in finance and infrastructure development plays a crucial role in PIDG's efforts to promote sustainable economic growth and improve living standards in these regions.