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
Severočeská vodárenská společnost, the Czech water utility company, implements the project, which focuses on modernising water infrastructure in a region undergoing a structural transformation as it moves away from its historical reliance on mining and heavy coal-based industry.
The projects, which span key sectors such as railway infrastructure, education, healthcare, urban renewal and digitalisation, have been awarded a total of €134.9 million in EU grants.
The project will help the City of Joensuu and the North Karelia region prepare for the planned end of peat-based energy production by 2030. As the region shifts towards cleaner energy sources, the project aims to create jobs, support local businesses and improve public services.
Following evaluation, 7 proposals were selected for funding, while further 11 high-quality proposals were also selected and placed on a reserve list.
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