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Chelsea louise
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As the EU bank, we provide finance and expertise for sustainable investment projects that make a strong impact on people's lives in Europe and beyond
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On International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we stand united in solidarity.

We wear orange—a symbol of hope, resilience.

We #OrangeTheWorld to show that a world without violence is not just a dream—it’s a future we are determined to build.

#SayNoStopVAW
November 25, 2024 at 8:13 AM
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We’re providing €350m to CSOB_CZ to support SMEs & Mid-Caps in “cohesion” regions, boosting funding diversity & financial resilience, while driving:

🔵energy efficiency in manufacturing & agriculture
🔵clean transport
🔵solar, wind & biomass energy.

👉 bit.ly/Czechia_SMEs
November 29, 2024 at 2:48 PM
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We’re lending €400m to Komerční banka & SGEF CZ to support regional cohesion in Czech and Slovak businesses.

This funding boosts the economy, creates jobs, and supports climate action & renewable energy, with over 90% benefiting less developed areas.

👉 bit.ly/Czech_Slovak...
November 29, 2024 at 2:05 PM
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We signed a €400m initial tranche of a €1bn loan with Naturgy to build and upgrade renewable power stations in Spain.

This will boost the country's renewable energy generation capacity, powering over 1.15m homes annually.

#REPowerEU

➡️ bit.ly/SolarWindEne...
November 29, 2024 at 10:23 AM
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We've signed a €250 million sustainability-linked loan with
E-Distribuzione, Enel Group's company, to strengthen power grid in Italy.

This financing, aligned with the #REPowerEU initiative, will support digitalisation and boost green transition.

➡️ bit.ly/4i6wN2L
November 28, 2024 at 3:54 PM
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Through EIB Global, Banca Intesa and Intesa Leasing partnership, the EU provides €160 million for the sustainable growth of SMEs in Serbia.

This support will benefit around 240 businesses, boosting climate resilience, innovation, and energy efficiency.

➡️ bit.ly/4eQs3LF
November 28, 2024 at 3:45 PM
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We signed a €25m loan with the University of Latvia to bring together most of its activities on a single campus, and provide advanced facilities for students and researchers.

The new buildings will aim for top energy performance and exceed near-zero energy standards.

➡️ bit.ly/UniversityCampus_LV
November 28, 2024 at 3:15 PM
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With EIF and the Santander bank, we back new energy efficiency investments worth €183m in Portugal.

We will support the renovation of existing buildings to improve their energy efficiency, and the construction of new ones with high energy standards⤵️

bit.ly/Santander_Po...
November 28, 2024 at 9:26 AM
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A new paediatric infectious diseases department opened in Zhytomyr Oblast, offering better healthcare for children.

The upgrade was made possible through our Ukraine Recovery Programme, with @ec.europa.eu, the Ukrainian government and UNDP.

👉 bit.ly/4eMiqOg
November 26, 2024 at 5:48 PM
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👋 Hello ! I’m delighted to be posting for the first time on @bsky.app, where I’ll be updating you from today on what we’re doing at @eib.org.

We are #MoreThanABank, the financial arm of the EU investing in high-impact projects, making a difference on the ground.
November 26, 2024 at 7:02 AM
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With the Ministry for the Economy and Finance, we’ve signed the first €150m tranche of the €1bn package to restore Ischia’s buildings, infrastructure & slopes after earthquakes and landslides.

The financing prioritises energy efficiency, climate and urban infrastructure.

🔗 bit.ly/Ischia_recon...
November 25, 2024 at 4:21 PM
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Violence against women is a crisis that demands urgent action.
Multilateral Development Banks launch a joint declaration to eliminate it. Stand with us as we work to create a world where safety and equality are a reality for every woman & girl.
bit.ly/4eILfeh
#NoExcuse
November 25, 2024 at 4:10 PM
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Through #InvestEU and together with EU Commission & EIF, we’re supporting Estonia's Inbank.

This €160m (PLN 701m) funding unlocks loans for individuals in Poland, helping them invest in solar panels and heat pumps to build a greener future.

🔗 bit.ly/Poland_Inbank
November 25, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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📢Calling all young professionals from ACP and MENA regions.
Join our Financial Inclusion Fund Traineeship Programme for invaluable international experience and career growth.

⚠️Deadline: December 4, 2024
📅Start: September/October 2025
ℹ️More info: bit.ly/TraineeshipP...
November 25, 2024 at 8:19 AM
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Our #COP29 highlights⤵️

✅Backing #SME energy efficiency with Solar Impulse Foundation & @ec.europa.eu, & forest restoration in Ivory Coast
✅Stronger MDBs climate cooperation
✅High-level events led by President @NadiaCalvino & VPs Fayolle & @TeresaCzerwnska

Next stop: #COP30 in Brazil
November 22, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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Affordable and sustainable housing is a key challenge across the EU, including in Cyprus.

Our €125m investment in student housing will help the Cyprus University of Technology accommodate an increasing number of students, making education more accessible.

➡️ bit.ly/AffordableHo...
November 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM
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Our €430m loan to industrial equipment maker SKF group supports research and development efforts in six EU countries, targeting low-carbon tech like hydrogen systems & wind energy.

Through this initiative, we enhance the green transition across Europe⤵️

bit.ly/Sweden_SKFgr...
November 22, 2024 at 11:02 AM
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We signed a €60 million green loan with ILUNION
to promote energy savings in industrial facilities and buildings.

This financing, together with advisory support, will boost energy efficiency and social inclusion of people with disabilities through employment⤵️

bit.ly/3YZzxWP
November 22, 2024 at 9:47 AM
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EIB Group and DNB Bank are joining forces for Norway's first-ever green securitisation, funding zero-emission vehicles and clean transport technologies.

This #InvestEU - backed initiative will help businesses go green and accelerate climate action.

➡️ bit.ly/4hWnS3P
November 21, 2024 at 3:56 PM
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We signed a €500m loan with Iberdrola to expand Spain's power grid, enabling greater integration of renewable energy sources.

This first transaction under the Regional Resilience Fund will support #REPower goals for an energy-independent Europe.

➡️ bit.ly/EnergySecuri...
November 21, 2024 at 3:10 PM
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In Croatia, we are actively supporting the creation of energy-efficient and accessible housing solutions in 5 major cities.

Under an advisory agreement, we will help Zagreb, Rijeka, Split, Osijek & Varaždin tackle pressing housing challenges.

👉 bit.ly/Housing_Croa...

#InvestEU
November 21, 2024 at 11:04 AM
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Together with Erste Bank, we are financing 6 agrivoltaic solar farms in Burgenland, Austria.

Our €80 million support to PÜSPÖK Group will power 71,000 homes, strengthen energy independence and cut emissions. #REPowerEU

👉 bit.ly/Austria_P%C3...
November 21, 2024 at 9:38 AM
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At #COP29, Multilateral Development Banks launch their report highlighting 20 circular economy projects driving social, economic, and environmental benefits.

From plastics to food, the projects cut costs, reduce waste & derisk supply chains.

Check it out➡️ bit.ly/CircularEconomyInMotion
November 20, 2024 at 5:37 PM
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We're lending €105 million to Finnish municipality Tuusula to construct school complexes for 3,500 children.

This project highlights our commitment to sustainability and climate action.

Read more ➡️ bit.ly/TuusulaFinland
November 20, 2024 at 5:15 PM
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With EIF, we are lending €169m to Privredna Banka Zagreb, part of The Intesa Sanpaolo Group, to support Croatian businesses.

The funding will:
✔️ accelerate the green transition
✔️ strengthen business liquidity
✔️ boost Croatia's competitiveness.

👉 bit.ly/PBZ_Croatia
November 20, 2024 at 4:58 PM