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Who’s setting the pace for gender equality in Europe’s workplaces? New findings from the EIB Investment Survey show that progress is uneven across EU countries. While some Member States have many firms with 40%+ women in senior management or 50%+ women among company owners, others are still far behind. 📊 More insights in the new EIB Investment Survey – link in comments.

This week, we have taken steps forward in advancing innovation, global partnerships, Europe’s connectivity, and women’s empowerment with key milestones: 🔵 launching our new EIB Global Advisory Council 🔵 boosting Europe’s space leadership with a €1.4 billion financing package 🔵 marking #OrangeTheWorld at the EIB Group Discover more in the latest weekly wrap-up by our President, Nadia Calviño ⤵️ #1Week1Minute

Italy just hit fast-forward on its energy transition to the tune of €800 million in new support.   Together with Edison, we kicked off a major multi-year partnership with the signing of the first €200 million loan agreement at Palazzo Edison.   This financing will boost Edison’s investments in: 🔹 Renewable energy 🔹 Energy efficiency 🔹 Sustainable public lighting   And because these projects strongly advance #REPowerEU objectives, the EIB will finance up to 75% of total costs, far above its standard 50%.   A big commitment and a big step toward a cleaner, more resilient energy system for Italy. 

Innovation. Climate. Partnerships. Equality. These are the words that defined our month. As the world turns orange to end violence against women, we continue to invest in women’s empowerment globally. All this and more in our latest EIB Roundup, where we: 🚀 launch Space TechEU, our first dedicated financing programme for the European space sector under the EIB Group #TechEU initiative to support innovators 🤝 look back on our participation in COP30 and the EU-CELAC Summit 👋welcome our Senior representative for relations with Luxembourg, Shiva Dustdar. And much more. Read on, subscribe, and share!

🚀 In alliance with European Space Agency - ESA and the European Commission, we’re scaling Europe’s space sector. Under #TechEU, the initiative includes €500 million in EIB financing, expected to mobilise €1.4 billion together with commercial banks. It will support space SMEs and mid-caps across the entire value chain, from satellite manufacturing and launch services to data-driven applications.   This initiative is a concrete outcome of the tripartite cooperation between the EIB Group, ESA and the European Commission, combining financial strength, industrial know-how and EU strategic priorities.   🚀 What will Space TechEU support? From designing, manufacturing and launching satellites and rockets to ground infrastructure, space-enabled technologies, and applications in telecoms, navigation, Earth observation, agriculture, climate monitoring, and more. By improving access to finance and strengthening Europe’s space autonomy, Space TechEU drives Europe’s competitiveness in a rapidly expanding global industry. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eHQZYRiz

Today marks a major milestone for Slovenia’s housing future.   Together with the CEB - Council of Europe Development Bank, we have committed to supporting Slovenia’s ambitious affordable housing agenda.   Announced at “Turning Vision into Homes”, this commitment delivers several key advances:   🔵 Slovenia becomes one of the first EU countries to secure coordinated housing support from two international financial institutions. 🔵 It strengthens the Third-Generation National Housing Strategy and Investment Plan, helping accelerate the delivery of sustainable and affordable homes. 🔵 It answers the EU Task Force’s call for IFIs to align and coordinate support for national housing reforms.   A strong example of European cooperation turning vision into reality. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d9t-XaVs

1.8 billion.   This is not just a number. Nearly half of the world's women and girls have no legal protection from digital violence according to The World Bank data. On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and every day, we stand united with victims of all forms of abuse: digital, physical, sexual, psychological, financial, structural, and cultural.   At the European Investment Bank, we have a zero-tolerance policy for gender-based violence and harassment, in all our work, inside and outside Europe.   Today, we wear orange: a symbol of support, hope, and resilience. It reflects our determination to help build a future free from violence, where no one is silenced by fear.   We will continue working to help build societies where dignity, security, and equality are guaranteed for all. #OrangeTheWorld #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

‘When we invest in healthcare, education, infrastructure, or financial services tailored to women, we build stable and stronger communities.’ On the eve of #OrangeTheWorld, the #16Days UN Women campaign to end violence against women, watch President Nadia Calviño in Empowered Hosted by Meg Ryan as she discusses the financial and social impact of gender finance and the importance of partnering with 2X Global to drive gender-inclusive investments. At the EIB Group, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment is at the core of our business model. #EmpoweredWithMegRyan #Empowered

We are strengthening Europe's technological leadership, competitiveness and security, and our global partnerships with new high-impact projects. Find out more in the latest weekly wrap-up by our President Nadia Calviño⤵️ #1Week1Minute

What happens when you leave Sofia… only to return? For Teodor Radonov, Head of the EIB Group Office in Bulgaria, it meant coming back not only to his hometown, but also to a country in motion: dynamic and ambitious, confident and innovative, full of possibility. From startup meetings in renovated industrial spaces to the revival of once overlooked neighbourhoods, the city is brimming with energy. One of Teodor’s favourite places to show colleagues visiting Sofia is the Square of Tolerance. It is one of the very few places in Europe where an Orthodox church, a Catholic cathedral, a mosque and a synagogue stand within minutes of each other. The Square reflects Bulgaria’s capacity to coexist, adapt and evolve. This same spirit now drives the country’s growth and innovation. Over the years, Teodor has contributed to some of the EIB Group’s most impactful projects, including: • Building Bulgaria’s venture capital ecosystem through the European Investment Fund. A decade ago, it barely existed. Today the country leads Southeast Europe in funded startups per capita, and is home to multiple unicorns. • Helping shape the Burgas Children’s Hospital, from concept to implementation. This modern, integrated and child centred facility will be the first of its kind in Bulgaria. • Transforming the Sofia Metro into one of the most efficient and sustainable urban mobility networks in the region. It is a clear example of how EU investments can reshape daily life for hundreds of thousands of people.   “Representing the EIB Group in my home country is a constant source of inspiration. It means being part of long-term transformations across mobility, healthcare, innovation and climate action,” Teodor concludes. "Европейската инвестиционна банка подобрява живота в България от 1992 г." Learn more about what we are doing in Bulgaria: https://lnkd.in/dV7fwX2c