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NRW.BANK. Energy Infrastructure
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Last updated: 14.6.2025

NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure is a funding program that provides low-interest loans for investments in energy generation, storage, and distribution in North Rhine-Westphalia. It supports companies, freelancers, non-profit organizations, and private investors in expanding energy infrastructure and significantly contributes to the energy transition. The program is characterized by flexible loan terms and a funding rate of up to 100% of the eligible investment costs.

Who is funded: Target groups and regional focus of the NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure

The NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure funding program targets a wide range of applicants who wish to invest in the expansion and modernization of energy infrastructure in North Rhine-Westphalia. The goal is to advance the energy transition through targeted financial support, particularly in the areas of energy generation, storage, and distribution.

What is funded: Investments in Energy Infrastructure

The NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure supports a variety of investments and project types that focus on expanding and strengthening energy infrastructure in North Rhine-Westphalia. This includes both tangible assets and the acquisition of shares as part of re-municipalization in the energy sector.

Type and Scope of Funding: NRW.BANK Loans

The NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure program offers financial support in the form of low-interest loans. It covers a large portion of the eligible costs and offers flexible terms to meet the specific needs of individual projects.

Conditions and Requirements for Energy Infrastructure Funding

Certain conditions and requirements must be observed for utilizing NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure loans, which must be met by applicants and funded projects. These include legal requirements, state aid provisions, and other contractual regulations.

Application Procedure for NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure Loans

The application for the NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure loan is submitted through the applicant's house bank. The process is designed to carefully review the creditworthiness and value of the project to ensure suitable financing.

The NRW.BANK.Energy Infrastructure funding program is based on specific guidelines and European state aid provisions that define its legitimacy and operational framework. These documents are crucial for the correct implementation and access to funding.

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Funding Overview

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

€150,000,000

Deadline

Deadline:

always open

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Demand Driven Scheme

Region

Region:

North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany)

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Green Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Infrastructure, Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energies

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Infrastructure

Funding Provider

Program Level: Regional

Funding Body: NRW.BANK

Managed By: NRW.BANK

Website: NRW.BANK