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- Agriculture, fisheries, forestry - Agriculture, forestry and fishing
- Water, sewerage - Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
- Energy - Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
The operation consists of an equity participation in the Global Environment Fund (GEF) South Asia Growth Fund II. GEF is an USD 150m regional fund targeting SMEs that promote energy efficiency, environmental actions and circular economy in agricultural projects, renewable energy and efficient use of water in India and Bangladesh.
The Fund will contribute to promoting a more efficient use of energy and water in India (and possibly neighbouring countries) by investing in SMEs that provide a broad range of environmental products and services.
The Fund is expected to comply with EIB's environmental and social management standards.
The Fund is expected to comply with EIB's procurement guidelines.
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