The project comprises a selection of planned expenditures in Research, Development and Innovation for the development of energy efficient white goods and small home electric appliances. The project will be carried out in existing R&D centres in Sweden, Italy, Germany and to a lesser extent in other smaller R&D facilities in the EU.
Objectives
The financing supports the promoter's leading research into improved performance, user-friendliness, lower energy consumption and lower use of resources (such as water) for a range of household goods.
Comments
Sector(s)
Industry
Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)
EUR 200 million
Total cost (Approximate amount)
EUR 400 million
Environmental aspects
The RDI activities are expected to be carried out in existing facilities that are already used for the same purposes and that are not expected to change their scope due to the project. An Environmental Impact Assessment is therefore not needed as per EIA directive 2011/92/EU. However, the full environmental details will be investigated during the project due diligence.
Procurement
Procurement is expected to be in line with EIB guidelines for private sector projects. The Bank will verify details during the project due diligence.
Status
Under appraisal
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12/02/2013.
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