COP25: President Hoyer presents new climate and energy roadmap

The need to accelerate Europe’s transition and reinforce its energy autonomy while fostering decarbonisation is more pressing than ever before EIB Advisory supports EU regions historically dependent on coal, peat, and oil shale.

Women climate leaders from the 27 EU Member States, representing the private sector, gathered this week at the EIB Group Forum 2026, bringing together leaders from politics, public institutions, finance, business and civil society to explore how Europe can strengthen its global role through innovation, investment and partnerships.

The Energy Efficiency for SMEs initiative – the first European Union-wide programme dedicated to accelerating energy savings in small and medium‑sized enterprises – is on track to surpass its targets following a successful first year of operation.