Discover the programme
The Public Sector Loan Facility is a blending instrument under the Just Transition Mechanism that helps regions to alleviate the social and economic effects of the green transition to reach the EU’s climate target objectives. It supports regions, sectors and communities heavily dependent on carbon-intensive industries and funds projects addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges arising from the transition.
The Facility mobilises additional investments in close cooperation with the European Investment Bank (EIB). EIB loans of €6 to 8 billion and EU grants of up to €1.3 billion are combined to support projects from public sector entities and from private sector entities with a public service mission in the most affected regions. The grant component of the Facility is managed by the Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and implemented by CINEA.
Support for applicants
Find open Calls for proposals on the Funding & Tenders Portal
Discover the application and evaluation process
Join the PSLF info day on 14 November 2025
Check the available budget
Discover eligible sectors, regions, and the map of approved Territorial Just Transition Plans
Discover tangible case studies, toolkits, and catalogues on good practices
The entry point for project promoters and intermediaries seeking advisory support and technical assistance
Manage your project
Communication and visibility requirements for your project
Necessary guidance and documents throughout your project's lifetime
Answers to questions about project implementation
News
These initiatives will improve facilities for education, sports, public health and student housing, while promoting sustainability and social inclusion, thereby supporting fairness in the transition to a climate-resilient economy of a coal region.
Following the 10th cut-off under the first call for proposals of the Public Sector Loan Facility (PSLF), the European Commission is pleased to announce that 19 projects have been selected for funding, with a total requested grant amount of €252 million.
From sustainable transport to coastal cooperation and clean energy, EU programmes are helping people across Member States stay closer – socially, economically and environmentally.
The second PSLF call for proposals is open to all EU Member States on a competitive basis, with no pre-allocated national envelopes. A total budget of €630 million in grants will be available.
Publications
Discover the grant and loan components of the public sector loan facility under the Just Transition Mechanism in our brochure.
Learn about what the Just Transition Mechanism is all about and how it will address the social and economic effects of the transition towards a climate-neutral economy
Additional information
- European Commission - Directorate General for Regional Affairs (DG REGIO)
- Regional policy
- The Just Transition Mechanism
- The European Green Deal Investment Plan and Just Transition Mechanism explained
- The EIB’s role in the European Commission’s Just Transition Mechanism
- How the EIB’s work supports cohesion and just transition