Energy Capital Partners returns $5.5bn to investors after record exit year

Energy Capital Partners has returned more than $5.5bn to investors in 2025, marking one of its most active years since inception, according to a report by Bloomberg.

The distributions were made across funds and co-investments.

The Bridgepoint-backed private equity firm completed sales totalling more than $30bn in enterprise value during the year. Major exits included the sale of Calpine to Constellation Energy for $26.6bn and Liberty Tire Recycling to I Squared Capital for $1.5bn.

Additional disposals included Symmetry Energy Solutions and a portfolio of gas power plants. Bloomberg data show 2025 was the firm’s busiest year for exits.

Energy Capital Partners focuses on energy transition investments. The firm is currently raising its sixth flagship fund and is targeting $5bn in commitments.

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