France and the EIB

Two-thirds of our investments in France focus on climate action and projects in cohesion regions.

We have financed battery gigafactories for electric vehicles, floating offshore wind turbines, and a medtech company developing hands-free walking exoskeletons. Our work also supports small businesses, affordable housing, and public authorities' investments in education, from early childhood to higher education.

At a glance

The EIB provides finance and expertise for sound and sustainable investment projects in France.

Last year’s EIB Group activity in France

(In € million, last updated at previous year end)

Public policy goals

Cross-cutting public policy goals*

These policy goals run through all of our activities. Our contributions under these cross-cutting goals include:

€8 billion for green finance
€7.2 billion for cohesion

*Because a single project can be green and also support cohesion, these numbers may overlap with each other and other public policy goals.

EIB stories in France

Individual stories speak far louder than figures and charts. Discover how our work improves the quality of life in France and beyond.

3 March 2026

Powering Europe’s energy transition

How small businesses are cutting energy costs, boosting competitiveness and accelerating Europe’s energy transition.

Infrastructure Environment Climate Ambroise FAYOLLE Climate action Management committee Italy Austria Spain Germany Portugal France European Union Security and defence Climate and environment Social infrastructure
24 February 2026

Superpower Europe

From clean energy to defence and innovation, Europe is reinforcing its economic and strategic strength through investment, integration and global partnerships.

Infrastructure Interviews Environment Climate Management committee Nadia Calviño Italy Croatia Austria Spain Ireland Lithuania Finland Belgium Greece Denmark The Netherlands Portugal Poland France Czechia European Union Security and defence Climate and environment Social infrastructure Energy
23 February 2026

2025: France and the EIB Group

The EIB Group invested €13 billion in France in 2025. Discover our flagship projects and our impact in the country.

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6 January 2026

Our stories, our future: Adrien Paré, farmer in Normandy

Adrien Paré, a farmer in Normandy, produces milk on his family farm with 130 dairy cows. Thanks to the support from the Normandie Garantie Agri initiative, launched by the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, he was able to invest in milking robots, improving both his working conditions and quality of life. Discover Adrien’s story and his vision for the future.

SMEs France European Union Agriculture and bioeconomy Social and territorial cohesion
27 November 2025

The innovation that stops enemies jamming our satellite communications

French photonics pioneer Cailabs revolutionises Earth-to-space communications with lasers

Venture capital & equity Satellites Digital and telecoms Venture debt Telecommunication Technology InvestEU Space France European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Security and defence
23 September 2025

The missing link in Europe’s energy transition

Electricity grids need significant investment if Europe wants to meet climate goals and offer affordable green power to everyone

Electricity Spain Belgium Poland France European Union Energy
26 June 2025

Where climate change and your energy bills meet

Energy efficiency is important for beating climate change and it's the focus of major AI innovations. But the bottom line is that it cuts your energy bills, too

Urban development Climate Advisory services Energy efficiency Affordable and sustainable housing Sustainability Spain Ireland Germany Poland France European Union Climate and environment Social infrastructure Affordable and sustainable housing Energy
26 June 2025

Where climate change and your energy bills meet

Energy efficiency is important for beating climate change and it's the focus of major AI innovations. But the bottom line is that it cuts your energy bills, too

Urban development Climate Advisory services Energy efficiency Affordable and sustainable housing Sustainability Spain Ireland Germany Poland France European Union Climate and environment Social infrastructure Affordable and sustainable housing Energy
19 June 2025

How innovation is improving construction

Pioneering firms in Europe are investing in digitalisation and innovation in construction to increase the supply of affordable and sustainable housing

Infrastructure Urban development Institutional Environment Climate change Climate Climate action Affordable and sustainable housing EIF Sustainability Austria Germany Belgium France European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Climate and environment Social infrastructure Affordable and sustainable housing
19 June 2025

How innovation is improving construction

Pioneering firms in Europe are investing in digitalisation and innovation in construction to increase the supply of affordable and sustainable housing

Infrastructure Urban development Institutional Environment Climate change Climate Climate action Affordable and sustainable housing EIF Sustainability Austria Germany Belgium France European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Climate and environment Social infrastructure Affordable and sustainable housing

Get EIB support in France

We support projects that accelerate the green transition, boost technological innovation, bolster security and defence, support regional cohesion and social infrastructure development. Our commitment to international development and capital markets integration safeguards Europe’s strong global presence. Our priorities boost growth, prosperity, technological and social progress in individual member states, across the whole EU and around the world.

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The EIB economic survey of investments in France

The EIB, with the help of dozens of academics, practitioners and policymakers, surveyed 12,500 firms and 500 big cities across Europe to find out what is driving or holding back investment.

Discover the latest results