88% of companies, financial institutions and infrastructure projects supported by DEG contribute to community development in their local areas. This benefits both residents and the investing companies.
Three million people are employed in DEG’s portfolio companies.
Local income of EUR 185 billion was generated during the last reporting year alone (local salaries, taxes and profits).
71% of companies, financial institutions and infrastructure projects supported by DEG work in markets and sectors where investments promoting sustainable development are of above-average importance.
Customers promoted by DEG generated 35 TWh of green electricity, thereby avoiding 21 million tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Development impact of DEG customers 2025
