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European Investment Bank and Alexbank Launch $15m Renewable Financing Initiative in Egypt

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The European Investment Bank and Alexbank, a bank affiliated with Intesa Sanpaolo group, have announced a new $15m renewable financing initiative under the Egypt-Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF). This initiative aims to accelerate Egypt's economic modernization and environmental sustainability through targeted green investments by Egyptian businesses. The scheme was formally announced at the "Europe -- Egypt Energy connectivity Event" in the Embassy of Sweden in Cairo, attended by top government officials and business leaders.

Key Takeaways:

  • The $15m EIB framework loan with Alexbank is part of the broader GEFF, providing financing for business investment through local financial partners.
  • The initiative aims to enable companies across Egypt to increase investment in energy-efficient solutions, reduce energy and water consumption, and improve competitiveness.
  • The scheme is jointly backed by the EBRD and supported by the European Union through a Neighbourhood Investment Facility grant.
  • The initiative provides financing and best-practice advice to private sector businesses to improve competitiveness and contribute to Egypt's 2030 sustainable development strategy.
  • Gelsomina Vigliotti, Vice President of the EIB, emphasized the importance of the partnership with Alexbank in accelerating investment in sustainable energy.
  • Dante Campioni, Managing Director and CEO of Alexbank, highlighted the shared goals with the EIB in ESG targets, including sustainable energy availability and financial inclusion.

Statistics:

  • The $15m EIB framework loan is part of the broader GEFF initiative.
  • The scheme aims to enable companies across Egypt to increase investment in energy-efficient solutions.
  • The initiative provides financing and best-practice advice to private sector businesses to improve competitiveness.
  • The scheme is jointly backed by the EBRD and supported by the European Union through a Neighbourhood Investment Facility grant.

Sources:

  • Daily News Egypt
  • European Investment Bank
  • Alexbank
  • Egypt-Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF)
  • European Union
  • Neighbourhood Investment Facility

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