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Nenskra hydropower project: update

Briefing | 29 January, 2021 | Download PDF

Since it was first proposed, the Nenskra hydropower project in Georgia has raised significant controversy and concerns among the indigenous Svan communities living near the proposed plant, as well as the general public in Georgia. The accountability mechanisms of the EIB, EBRD and ADB have found numerous violations of the lenders’ environmental and human rights standards, as well as violations of the rights of affected Svan communities.


Raising the bar on human rights at the European Investment Bank

Advocacy letter | 29 January, 2021 | Download PDF

A joint letter from Bankwatch and 15 other NGOs, on the occasion of the EIB’s annual dialogue with Civil Society Organisations, asking the Bank takes steps to integrate and prioritize human rights considerations through its operations.


Making the “EU Climate Bank” a reality

Advocacy letter | 28 January, 2021 | Download PDF

A joint letter from Bankwatch and 46 other civil society groups, calling on the EIB leadership to close the gaps in the Bank’s ‘Climate Bank Roadmap 2021-2025’ and fully align its operations with the Paris Agreement.


Raw Deal

Report | 28 January, 2021 | Download PDF

Europe wants to be the first continent to become climate neutral by 2050 and the leader in ensuring that all of the world’s ecosystems are restored, resilient and adequately protected by 2050.


Renewable energy incentives in the Western Balkans

Briefing | 27 January, 2021 | Download PDF

Progress towards compliance with EU state aid rules and preventing environmentally harmful subsidies.