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Financing housing solutions for the homeless in Europe
02 Dec 2024 Social and affordable housing
Securing stable and sustainable funding, providing funds for unforeseen expenses and addressing the shortage of affordable housing are crucial to long-term success. Approaches that integrate different types of housing can create inclusive communities and offer viable solutions for funding partners.
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About the CEB
25 Nov 2024
Discover the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) through this brochure, a multilateral development bank dedicated to promoting social cohesion throughout Europe.The CEB finances investments in social sectors like education, health, and affordable housing, with a focus on vulnerable people. It approves projects based on strict criteria and provides technical assistance, receiving funds from donors to enhance impact.With 43 member states, the CEB operates in various sectors, including health, education, …
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Constructing Education: Building for impact
05 Nov 2024 Education and vocational training
Integrating educational perspectives into the conception, design and construction of schools in order to promote learning is an innovative and effective approach to investing in educational infrastructure. This joint report by the CEB and the EIB draws on in-depth research and experience of financing education, and achieving impact.
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Improving energy efficiency in housing: Why evaluation matters
30 Oct 2024 Social and affordable housing, Protection of the environment
Did you know that some 50 million households in the EU are estimated to live in energy poverty? Little wonder that fighting energy poverty has become such a priority for EU and CEB member countries. This publication underscores the importance of evaluating energy efficiency programmes in the housing sector with a view to enhancing their environmental and social impact. Improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings is essential not only …
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Interim financial report 2024
22 Oct 2024
Explore the Council of Europe Development Bank's (CEB) financial performance in the first half of 2024 in this report. The loan activity sustained a strong pace, aligning with the Strategic Framework 2023-2027, with Ukraine joining as the 43rd member state.The Bank's net profit reached €67.1 million, a 22.9% increase from 1H2023, with core earnings up by 16.9%. What factors drove this positive trend, and how did key financial metrics evolve? …
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Microfinance as a Tool to Support Europe’s Missing Entrepreneurs
10 Oct 2024 Microfinance
The paper introduces a simple theoretical framework - the Entrepreneurship Pyramid - to better understand barriers to business creation faced by disadvantaged groups and to examine the role of microfinance providers in addressing these challenges.
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Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report 2023
02 Oct 2024 Protection of the environment
CEB’s second report presenting the Bank’s activities and objectives supporting a just and socially inclusive climate transition among its member states, in accordance with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
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Integrity and Compliance Report 2023
02 Jul 2024
Integrity is central to the CEB’s social mandate and a prerequisite of the Bank’s financial resilience and reputation. Read the annual CEB Integrity and Compliance Report 2023 and learn about the Bank’s actions and policies on personal data protection, whistleblowing, due diligence, ESG, cyber safety and more.
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CEB Risk Management Disclosure Report 2023
20 Jun 2024
Solid risk management is key for the CEB’s financial strength and its social mission. This third annual CEB Risk Management Disclosure Report brings you up to date with the Bank’s approach to managing risk and assessing its capital adequacy.
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GRI Report for 2023
22 May 2024
The GRI Report 2023 has been prepared on the basis of the internationally recognised standard for sustainability reporting, namely the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and in accordance with the GRI Standards 2021.It provides stakeholders, including environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating agencies and socially responsible investors, with a comprehensive overview of the Council of Europe Development Bank's (CEB's) approach to environmental, social and governance issues. Therefore, this report does not …
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Sustainability Report 2023
22 May 2024
Explore the Council of Europe Development Bank's (CEB) Sustainability Report 2023.Discover how the CEB delivers on its social mandate through sustainable practices, including financing projects and internal operations. With €4.1 billion in loans approved for 48 projects across 25 countries, the CEB focuses on social cohesion, climate action, and sustainable development. How does the CEB ensure sustainability in its lending and internal activities, and what are its key performance indicators …
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Trust Funds For Social Impact 2023
30 Apr 2024
Discover how the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) enhances social impact through trust funds in this report, offering support to vulnerable populations across Europe. In 2023, contributions and allocations to CEB trust funds reached €48 million, aiding projects in housing, education, and healthcare. How do these funds guarantee loans to high-impact borrowers and microfinance institutions? Explore success stories, including home repair projects in Ukraine and housing initiatives in the …
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Financial Report 2023
09 Apr 2024
Explore the Council of Europe Development Bank's (CEB) robust financial performance in 2023, detailed in its Financial Report 2023.The CEB's net profit reached €109.2 million, a 37.1% increase from 2022, driven by a rising interest rate environment. Core earnings also saw a 39.1% rise, excluding IFRS valuation effects.Lending activity sustained pace, with €4.1 billion approved for 48 loan projects, including the first loan to Ukraine, aimed at restoring health infrastructure.The …
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Report of the Governor 2023
09 Apr 2024
The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) had an exceptional year in 2023, with Ukraine joining as the 43rd member country and the Bank's regaining its triple-A rating. The CEB approved €4.1 billion in loans across 48 projects aligned with its Strategic Framework 2023-2027. These projects prioritise investing in people, promoting inclusive living environments, and supporting social and economic inclusion. The report highlights the strong growth of the CEB's trademark …
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Interim financial report 2023
23 Oct 2023
Explore the Council of Europe Development Bank's (CEB) financial performance in the first half of 2023 in it's report.The Bank's net profit reached €54.6 million, a 13.2% increase from 1H2022. Core earnings also saw a 28.1% rise, driven by positive evolution in the Bank's interest margin.In June 2023, Ukraine joined the Bank as a member state.How did key financial metrics evolve, and what strategic initiatives influenced these results?Discover more in …
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Managing Disaster Risks to Leave No One Behind
13 Oct 2023 Natural or ecological disasters
How investing in disaster risk reduction and enhancing socioeconomic resilience can greatly reduce the negative impact of disasters on people and our planet.
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Resilience in Action: Barcelona’s Superblock Programme
21 Sep 2023 Spain Urban, rural and regional development
Showcasing how Barcelona’s Superblock programme is transforming city neighbourhoods by reimagining urban streets and mobility patterns, while reclaiming public space for people and ensuring that it is inclusive and economically vibrant.
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CEB Risk Management Disclosure Report 2022
17 Jul 2023
Solid risk measures are key for the CEB’s financial strength and its social mission. This second CEB Risk Management Disclosure Report brings you up to date with the Bank’s approach to managing risk and assessing its capital adequacy.
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Integrity and Compliance Report 2022
11 Jul 2023
Integrity is essential for the CEB’s operations and its ability to help its member states strengthen social cohesion, particularly in today’s difficult times. Download this report, which is the annual report of the Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO), and learn about the Bank’s actions on data protection, governance, due diligence, cyber safety and more.
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Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report 2022
29 Jun 2023 Protection of the environment
CEB’s first report presenting the Bank’s activities and objectives supporting a just and socially inclusive climate transition among its member states, in accordance with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
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