- Policy Area
- Connected and accessible cities
- Fair and healthy cities
- Prosperous and creative cities
- Resilient and decarbonised cities
- Safe and engaged cities
- Step
- Apply
- Deliver
- Support Type
- Investment funding
- Specificities
- Direct funding
- EU cities
Sector Housing • Energy and renovation • Mobility and transport • Economy, jobs and innovation • Environment, climate and resources
The European Investment Bank (EIB) dedicates about 30% of its total lending to urban projects. It supports cities by financing a wide range of initiatives, from large infrastructure to smaller investments, with the latter often grouped under framework loans. Larger cities can access EIB financing directly, while smaller cities typically benefit either through structural programme loans or financial intermediaries such as national or regional banks. Alongside funding, the EIB provides technical advice, project preparation support, and fosters innovation—helping cities deliver practical solutions that improve quality of life and promote sustainable growth.
