EU4Business - EBRD Credit Line Marketing Handbook
Below are the key benefits for MSMEs as well as for vendors/suppliers of EU compliant and green technologies. These benefits can be incorporated into marketing materials as unique selling points for various campaigns.
- Access to finance: MSMEs can obtain long-term loans or leasing options through participating financial institutions (PFIs) to finance investments in EU-compliant technologies and green technology solutions.
- Incentive Grants: Businesses can reduce their investment costs by 10-15%, depending on the project’s green economy impact, with incentives funded by the EU. (Note: all Pre-approved projects (LET and GET) are eligible for an investment incentive of up to 10%. Non-green EU compliant SPS and Complex projects command an incentive of up to 10%. SPS and Complex investments in green technologies command an incentive of up to 15%).
- Technical assistance: Free technical advisory support is provided by EU to help MSMEs structure and implement their investment projects effectively.
- Improved competitiveness: Investments in advanced technologies and sustainable practices enable MSMEs to enhance their product and service quality, allowing them to compete in both domestic and international markets, especially within the EU.
- Access to export markets: MSMEs can leverage their low cost base and the improved quality of products and services to expand their export potential, particularly within the EU and neighboring regions.
- Support for war-affected businesses: Additional incentives and support are available for businesses impacted by the war, such as those that have experienced asset loss or destruction, or those reintegrating veterans and war-affected persons.
- Additional incentives for war-affected businesses: Additional incentives and support are available for businesses impacted by the war, such as those that have experienced asset loss or destruction, or those reintegrating veterans and war-affected persons bringing the combined incentive levels up to 30%.
- Green technology investments: The program encourages investments in green technologies, including energy-efficient equipment, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable production methods.
- Reduced carbon footprint: By financing energy-efficient projects, the program helps reduce CO2 emissions, contributing to Ukraine’s energy security and environmental sustainability.
- Compliance with EU Green Directives: MSMEs investing in green technologies and processes are supported in aligning with EU environmental standards, which also enhances their marketability in the EU.
- Incentives for green projects: SPS and Complex projects that focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency, or other green objectives receive higher incentives, making it financially viable for MSMEs to adopt environmentally responsible practices.
- Increased demand: Vendors supplying EU-compliant and green technologies benefit from increased demand as MSMEs receive financing and incentives to invest in such equipment.
- New market opportunities: With the programme’s focus on modernization and sustainability, vendors offering innovative, energy-efficient, or green solutions are well-positioned to capture new business opportunities in Ukraine.
- Partnership opportunities: Vendors can establish long-term partnerships with PFIs, offering continued support to MSMEs undergoing equipment upgrades for eligible technologies.
Kyiv, Ukraine
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