Investment & Fund Management
The Green Private Credit is a pioneering private debt
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The Green Private Credit is a pioneering private debt fund of funds launched by the European Investment Fund (EIF) to promote sustainability and climate-focused financing. With a target size of EUR 200 million, this innovative investment solution aims to unlock several billion euros in green financing across the EU, specifically targeting over 300 European SMEs and small mid-caps. The fund is designed to address the growing market demand for senior private credit strategies that align with sustainability goals, providing alternative credit and non-dilutive debt financing to facilitate sustainable growth and decarbonization.
The initiative was developed in response to strong interest from institutional investors seeking senior private credit solutions focused on sustainability. The EIF collaborated with various stakeholders to create a pan-European strategy that targets investments in funds aligned with SFDR Article 9 standards, emphasizing sustainable investment alongside financial returns. This strategic approach not only meets the needs of investors but also supports the EU Green Deal and contributes to the Capital Markets Union by channeling private capital into the senior private credit market.
The Green Private Credit fund has garnered significant support from leading institutional investors, including BPCE Assurances, MACIF, and Mutuelle Médicis, who recognize the fund's potential to finance the environmental transition and develop high-quality ESG practices in Europe. By leveraging the EIFs expertise as a leading private credit investor, the fund aims to drive financing toward projects with tangible environmental impact, thereby supporting Europes transition to sustainability and addressing key EU policy objectives.