In 2025, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group provided Greece with a record €3.5 billion in new financing, marking a 59 percent increase compared to the previous year. This significant rise reflects strengthened support for climate action, water infrastructure, business development and strategic raw materials, positioning Greece among the top beneficiaries of EIB Group funding within the European Union.
Of the total financing, €3.2 billion was provided directly by the EIB, while €271 million came from the European Investment Fund, which focuses on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises. The overall financing represented around one percent of Greece’s gross domestic product and is expected to mobilise more than €9.2 billion in total investments across the economy.
A substantial share of the financing was directed toward climate action and environmental sustainability, amounting to approximately €1.7 billion. Key investments included upgrades to water supply infrastructure in the Attica region, benefiting over four million people, as well as support for sustainable urban infrastructure projects across cities and towns in Greece.
Strategic industrial development also featured prominently. Financing supported the expansion of bauxite mining and the establishment of Europe’s first EIB-backed gallium production facility in Greece, strengthening the country’s role in critical raw materials supply chains essential for green energy and digital technologies.
Energy and transport infrastructure received targeted support, including investments to connect several northeastern Aegean islands to the mainland electricity grid and financing to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure. These projects contribute to energy security, decarbonisation and the transition to cleaner transport solutions.
Business growth was another major focus, with nearly €950 million in EIB loans and guarantees channelled through Greek banks to support SMEs and mid-sized companies. These operations are expected to unlock billions of euros in additional financing, helping businesses invest, expand operations and strengthen competitiveness.
Social and urban infrastructure investments included large-scale support for municipal development and the construction of energy-efficient student housing, addressing service gaps and affordability challenges. Complementing financing activities, the EIB Group also delivered advisory services to Greek cities and ports, supporting climate resilience, decarbonisation and long-term infrastructure planning.
Overall, the record level of EIB Group financing in 2025 underscores a deepening partnership with Greece aimed at fostering resilience, sustainability and inclusive economic growth, while supporting the country’s role in advancing broader European strategic priorities.
