Introduction
This section lists out key EU investors which facilitate development and access to energy efficiency in buildings and the industries sector by offering funding support.
Key content
The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group
The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group
AFD supports energy-efficient systems in construction, industry and transport. This includes investments in energy-efficient equipment for SMEs, including in India. Its interventions also cover efficient lighting and demand-side management for suppliers / utilities.
Website https://www.afd.fr/en/page-thematique-axe/energy
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
The Bank’s energy efficiency approach invests in certified energy efficient buildings, combined heat and power plants among others. In addition, the EBRD focuses on smart grid investments that upgrade and extend existing power networks.
Website https://www.ebrd.com/
European Investment Bank (EIB)
European Investment Bank (EIB)
The EIB’s energy lending policy includes energy efficiency, especially in residential buildings. In this segment, EIB will finance up to 75% of a project’s costs.
Website https://www.eib.org
Email info@eib.org
European Energy Efficiency Fund (eeef)
European Energy Efficiency Fund (eeef)
The Fund contributes to enhancing energy efficiency and fostering renewable energy in the form of a targeted private–public partnership, primarily through the provision of dedicated financing via direct finance and partnering with financial institutions.
Website https://www.eeef.lu/home.html
Email info@eeef.eu
European Council for an Energy Efficiency Economy (eceee)
European Council for an Energy Efficiency Economy (eceee)
Promotes the understanding and application of energy efficiency in economies and assists its target groups – from policy makers to programme designers to practitioners – with energy efficiency project facilitation.
Website https://www.eceee.org/
Email eceee@eceee.org
European Alliance of Companies for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (EuroACE)
European Alliance of Companies for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (EuroACE)
Works together with the European Institutions to help Europe move towards an efficient use of energy in buildings, thereby contributing to the EU’s commitments on job creation, energy security, and sustainability.
Website https://euroace.org/
Email info@euroace.org