Climate and environment

The European Green Deal

Our projects directly support the European Green Deal, a growth model based on a clean and circular economy. It aims to ensure net-zero emissions by 2050, making Europe the first climate-neutral continent in the world.

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A roadmap to a net-zero world

The second phase of our Climate Bank Roadmap charts the course to a greener future by focusing on three areas: European competitiveness, climate adaptation and radical simplification.

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Our Climate and Environment Advisory Council

The Climate and Environment Advisory Council brings together leaders of international organisations, academia, non-profits and industry to share ideas on issues related to climate change and environmental sustainability. It helps guide the European Investment Bank’s actions in support of the European Green Deal and the Paris Agreement.

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Our stories

Individual stories speak far louder than figures and charts. Learn how our work is leading the way to a greener future.

5 June 2026

How to empower farmers to withstand climate shocks in Zambia

Zambia’s agriculture value chain gets boost from loans, risk-sharing and technical assistance backed by EIB Global, EU

SMEs Bioeconomy Environment Climate change Climate Climate action Zambia Sub-Saharan Africa Agriculture and bioeconomy Global development Climate and environment
3 June 2026

Investment that keeps Ukraine moving

EU investments in trains, winter heating, schools and hospitals help keep Ukraine moving, despite the Russian invasion - and give hope to Ukrainians

Infrastructure Environment Railways Transport Health and life sciences Climate Education and training Slovakia Austria Romania Ukraine Russia Hungary Poland Eastern Neighbourhood European Union EU enlargement countries Climate and environment Social infrastructure
26 May 2026

How sustainable liquid fuels will decarbonise aviation and shipping

What sustainable liquid fuels are, why aviation and shipping rely on them, and how Europe could strengthen energy security by producing them at scale.

Competitiveness Environment Transport Climate Energy security Podcast Climate action Shipping Energy transformation Sustainability European Union Climate and environment Social infrastructure Energy
5 May 2026

How critical raw materials shape Europe’s economic resilience

Why critical raw materials matter for Europe, where they come from, and how a secure supply supports the energy transition and the economy

Competitiveness Climate Podcast Recycling Climate action Critical raw materials Circular economy Sustainability European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Climate and environment
28 April 2026

How nuclear fusion will transform the world’s energy future

How nuclear fusion works, why it is attracting major investment, and what Europe must do to stay competitive in this emerging deep tech sector.

Competitiveness Climate Podcast Technology European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Climate and environment Energy
23 April 2026

Controlling plant pests without synthetic chemicals

Biocontrols developed by GreenLight Biosciences harness RNA technology to protect agriculture from insects and disease, without synthetic chemicals

Environment Spain European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Agriculture and bioeconomy Climate and environment
20 April 2026

How Europe’s clean energy transition is shielding its economy from global energy shocks

As conflict powers oil and gas volatility, Europe’s clean energy transition is cutting fuel imports, stabilising prices and boosting energy security.

Climate Energy savings Renewable energy Economics Energy transformation Global development Climate and environment Energy
14 April 2026

Why climate action makes Europe more competitive

How climate investment boosts Europe’s competitiveness, cuts fossil fuel dependence, creates jobs and positions Europe as a global leader in clean technologies.

Competitiveness Environment Climate change Climate Podcast Energy efficiency Climate action Sustainability European Union Climate and environment Energy
1 April 2026

SMEs in North Macedonia go green to get results

EIB green financing helps Macedonian SMEs adopt clean tech, cut energy costs and boost competitiveness and jobs

SMEs Climate Renewable energy Jobs Energy efficiency Climate action Finance Sustainability North Macedonia EU enlargement countries Western Balkans Climate and environment Energy

Our publications

Understanding climate action and environmental sustainability is key to taking action. Explore our latest research, economic studies, surveys and other resources.

6 March 2026

EIB Project Carbon Footprint Methodologies

EIB Project Carbon Footprint Methodologies provides methodologies and guidance to EIB staff on how to calculate the carbon footprint of the investment projects financed by the EIB.

Climate and environment
29 January 2026

Powering Europe: EIB Group Activity Report 2025

The year 2025 marked a milestone for the European Investment Bank Group, which reached a historic €100 billion in new financing.

Digitalisation and technological innovation Agriculture and bioeconomy Global development Capital Markets Union Security and defence Climate and environment Social infrastructure Social and territorial cohesion Affordable and sustainable housing Energy
3 October 2025

Climate Bank Roadmap Phase 2

Phase 2 of the Climate Bank Roadmap ensures that the EIB Group will stay on course with its climate objectives through 2030, supporting EU priorities and simplifying processes.

Climate and environment
4 November 2025

Sustainability Report 2024

The 2024 Sustainability Report showcases our focus on climate action, environmental sustainability and inclusive social investment.

Sustainability Climate and environment
24 January 2025

EIB Group – EMAS Environmental Policy

The EMAS Environmental Policy is the framework for action and setting strategic environmental objectives and targets for the EIB Group’s internal activities.

Environment Sustainability Climate and environment
4 November 2025

Environmental Statement 2025 update - Including 2024 performance data

The Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) Environmental Statement 2025 highlights how the European Investment Bank Group reduced its environmental footprint in its Luxembourg buildings in 2024.

Climate and environment
20 June 2024

European Investment Bank Climate Action and Environmental Sustainability - List of eligible sectors and eligibility criteria

As part of its Climate Strategy, the European Investment Bank drew up a list of eligible sectors and eligibility criteria for climate action and environmental sustainability.

Climate and environment

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