According to the EIB, the project consists of a framework loan to support the implementation of the 2024-2027 multi-annual investment strategy of the Municipality of Barcelona, and supporting the implementation of the Resilience Model and Climate Plan of the City. The project includes, among others, investments in urban renewal and regeneration, including green areas and open spaces, public buildings, sustainable mobility, and the water sector.

The project is consistent with the EU Framework for Urban Development and Regeneration. It is also aligned with the European Green Deal, the EU Energy Performance of Building Directive and the Energy Efficiency Directive. The project is also consistent with the EIB strategies and guidelines related to eligible sectors, including the Bank's Urban Lending Review, the Energy Lending Policy, and the Transport Lending Policy. Furthermore, this project is deemed aligned with the Climate Bank Roadmap, and with a low carbon and resilient pathway, consistent with the Paris Agreement goals and principles.

The project addresses a number of market failures and will bring important economic and social benefits, contributing to achieving a more integrated, sustainable, and inclusive development, improving the living conditions of the citizens and other people visiting or living in the city. The project will contribute to promoting progress toward multiple Sustainable Development Goals, the most significant one being the contribution to sustainable cities and communities.

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