Tag Archives: social inclusion

SUEZ Wins €465 Million Contract to Rebuild and Operate Romainville–Bobigny Waste Treatment Centre

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ, alongside Chantiers Modernes Construction, has secured a 10-year, €465 million contract from Syctom to reconstruct and operate the Romainville–Bobigny household waste treatment centre in Seine-Saint-Denis. The project includes €237 million in investment to modernise the facility, expand … Read the full press release

Borealis Renews Long-Term Partnership with Emirates Foundation to Support Education and Social Inclusion in the UAE

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has renewed its 15-year partnership with the Emirates Foundation to enhance education, social integration, and sustainability across the UAE. Through a 2025 contribution of AED one million from the Borealis Social Fund, the collaboration will continue to … Read the full press release

EIB Global and Erste Bank Serbia Join Forces to Boost Inclusive Growth and Employment Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global has signed a €10 million loan and a €1.3 million grant with Erste Bank Serbia to support small businesses and promote inclusive employment opportunities across the country. The initiative uses an innovative impact-based financing model, rewarding … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank backs Ireland’s housing strategy with major €400 million facility

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Housing Finance Agency (HFA) have announced a €400 million loan facility to boost the delivery of social and affordable homes across Ireland. The partnership enables 40-year fixed-rate financing for Local Authorities … Read the full press release

EIB and ICSC Strengthen Partnership with €150 Million Loan to Modernize Italy’s Sports and Cultural Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €150 million loan to the Istituto per il Credito Sportivo e Culturale (ICSC) to finance new and upgraded public sports and cultural infrastructure across Italy. The funding will support projects … Read the full press release

SGS Strengthens Role in Blue Dot Network to Promote Sustainable, Inclusive, and Investment-Ready Infrastructure Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) SGS is advancing its collaboration with the Blue Dot Network (BDN), a global initiative backed by governments and over 200 partners worldwide, to promote quality infrastructure that meets internationally recognized sustainability standards. As an accredited certifier, SGS evaluates … Read the full press release

EIB and Portugal sign first tranche of €1.34 billion framework loan to expand affordable and sustainable housing

(IN BRIEF) Portugal and the European Investment Bank have signed a €450 million tranche of a €1.34 billion loan to finance the construction and renovation of around 12,000 affordable rental homes across the country. The programme, part of Portugal’s National … Read the full press release

TfL Relaunches Chatty Cabins on IFS Cloud Cable Car for Loneliness Awareness Week

(IN BRIEF) Transport for London (TfL) is relaunching its Chatty Cabins initiative on the IFS Cloud Cable Car during Loneliness Awareness Week (9-13 June), inviting Londoners and visitors to engage in conversation while taking a 20-minute round-trip across the River … Read the full press release

ICF Secures €150 Million in Loans from EIB and CEB to Enhance Catalonia’s Care Facilities

(IN BRIEF) The Institut Català de Finances (ICF) has signed agreements with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) to secure €150 million in loans to develop social infrastructure in Catalonia. These loans will … Read the full press release

New Joint Venture Between PATRIZIA and Urbania to Deliver Sustainable Housing Solutions in Spain’s Key Metropolitan Areas

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA and Urbania have launched a €130 million joint venture, Sustainable Communities Spain (SC Spain), aimed at tackling the housing crisis in Spain by providing sustainable and affordable homes. SC Spain will initially develop 320 social housing units … Read the full press release

Real Madrid, Exolum, and San Fernando de Henares Renew Partnership to Support Social Sports Football School

(IN BRIEF) The collaboration between Real Madrid, Exolum, and San Fernando de Henares continues to provide scholarships for children aged 5-17, focusing on those at risk of social exclusion. The football school also includes children with disabilities and fosters key … Read the full press release

EIB Commits to Supporting Refugees, Economic Resilience, and Social Inclusion at the 2023 Global Refugee Forum

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has reiterated its dedication to addressing the needs of refugees, enhancing economic resilience in host and origin communities, and fostering social inclusion at the 2023 Global Refugee Forum. The EIB collaborated with partners … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Affiliated Charity MOWLL Marks 20 Years of Impact: Bridging Gaps and Inspiring Change

(IN BRIEF) MOWLL (Moving On With Life & Learning), a charitable organization affiliated with the University of Liverpool, is commemorating its 20th anniversary of community support and social inclusion initiatives for individuals with various social care needs. MOWLL offers a … Read the full press release

Study: how urban landscapes of tomorrow can achieve environmental sustainability, social inclusion and economic competitiveness

Enel is strongly committed to circular cities with several projects worldwide, mainly in the domains of electric mobility, storage, renewables, energy efficiency, smart grids, public lighting, building management (PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 25-Sep-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Enel (BIT: ENEL), an Italian … Read the full press release

The European Commission: ensuring basic education for every child by 2030

Brussels, 24-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  The European Commission will confirm today its commitment to making education more equal and of a higher quality in the Development agenda beyond 2015 through continued financial support, during a High level event in Brussels. Development … Read the full press release