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EIB Climate Survey: Majority of Europeans want economic recovery to tackle climate crisis

Most Europeans consider COVID-19 to be the greatest challenge facing their countries. Most of them also say that the measures to fight the crisis must also address the climate emergency.

Global coalition wants electricity for one billion more people by 2030

One in 10 people, or about 800 million, do not have electricity in their homes. The EIB is joining a coalition to give more people electricity by investing public and private funds into renewable energy.

Fighting inequality and discrimination by making sure projects respect human rights

For the past 60 years, we have been working in developing countries across the world to make their economies stronger while respecting equality and human dignity.

Barcelona creates more green spaces to prepare for next 30 years

After COVID-19, urban planning will need to keep adapting to the needs of people, making cities greener and climate resilient. Barcelona is showing the way.

Investors take a new look at Poland’s renewable energy market

A change in legislation is attracting international investors and showing the way to make a green transition to a new economy.

New batteries help when there is no sun or wind

Two Swedish companies are producing batteries that store energy for use when you need it later in the home or car.

Businesses plan to cut investment because of pandemic

EIB Investment Survey finds that coronavirus crisis is being felt by firms across the European Union and is hurting investment outlooks.

Hope for small Italian businesses during the crisis

The European Investment Bank and the Italian development bank are helping companies that are often too small or too risky to find good terms for financing.

Ensuring that everyone can have access to vaccines in Africa

A ground-breaking global initiative wants to ensure equitable access to a COVID-19 vaccine and help alleviate the dire health and economic situations in developing countries.

Vaccines, therapies and testing to defeat the pandemic

The Bank is supporting a wide range of biotechnology and medical projects to help people avoid the virus and to treat them if they get sick.

Poland’s Scope Fluidics project offers faster and better tests

A new Polish COVID-19 testing system uses a DNA technique that works better and gives answers faster. The system aims to tackle drug-resistant bacteria, too.

Morocco’s health system gets a lift during hard times

The coronavirus crisis is a severe challenge for Morocco. EIB financing is offering medical supplies, training and other measures to fight the crisis.

New crisis fund is saving businesses across Europe

The European Guarantee Fund is offering assistance to thousands of companies in record time.

Better energy efficiency in homes across Lithuania

Multiblock housing apartments represent the majority of residences in Lithuania. EU loans and grants are making homes more comfortable and cutting energy costs.

New Climate Chair for sustainable development at Sciences Po in Paris

The new Chair, sponsored by the EIB, will help resolve complex challenges around sustainable development and the transition to a green society.

The European Investment Fund at a glance

EIF at a glance

€795 million to help Dutch businesses recovering from COVID-19

Loans and leases will be offered to companies at favourable rates, supporting new projects and growth opportunities.

Finnish crowdlending platform Vauraus offers fast and flexible funding

The platform will be able to help at least 150 Finnish small companies get help at a time when it’s especially hard to find loans.

A digital transformation for French companies

Loan guarantees will result in immediate financing to help businesses strengthen their online operations while improving digital technology and teleworking.

New support for artificial intelligence

An EIB Group investment facility will help companies active in artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things and robotics.

Innovative Dutch companies need extra help during crisis

Loan guarantees will be targeted for small businesses that need more financing to get back on their feet.

More resources for Flemish entrepreneurs hurt by economic downturn

Two guarantee facilities will significantly increase loans available for businesses and improve the wellbeing of people in Flanders.

Latest publications

Hope and strength in the Western Balkans

EIB Investment Survey

The EIB Investment Survey gathers unique insights on the corporate investment environment across the European Union. It is an essential tool to identify needs and understand constraints holding investment back. The 2020 edition is even more relevant, as it helps assess the consequences of the COVID-19 crisis on companies’ investment plans.

Climate Solutions

Climate Bank Roadmap

The EIB Group Climate Bank Roadmap outlines our goals for climate finance over the next five years. It explains how we will support the European Green Deal and help make Europe carbon-neutral by 2050.

The EIB COVID-19 Economic Vulnerability Index

The European Fund for Strategic Investments: The Legacy

This is the story of the European Fund for Strategic Investments. It is told through interviews with the people who created it and those who made it a successful operation for companies across Europe.

The EIB COVID-19 Economic Vulnerability Index

Togetherness - A new heritage deal for Europe (Big Ideas)

Europe’s cultural heritage is a vast mosaic showing who we were, who we are and who we aspire to be. Prof. Dr Hermann Parzinger, a cultural heritage expert, says we need a new deal to transform society, the economy and the environment.

Highlights from the EIB Board Meeting, 16 December 2020

Upcoming events

EIB’s 2021 annual Press Conference

Online - 20 January

Climate Adaptation Summit

Online - 25 to 26 January

Please note that some events may be cancelled or rescheduled

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