Province of Gelderland

The Innovatie- en Energiefonds Gelderland (IEFG) is a climate fund of the Province of Gelderland, managed by the regional development agency Oost NL. It aims to accelerate the energy transition and the circular economy by providing risk capital and expert guidance to projects that struggle to find full financing from traditional banks.

Proven Technology: Unlike innovation-only funds, this specific branch (Duurzame Energie) requires the use of technologies that have already proven their effectiveness. Impact Measurement: The project must demonstrably contribute to CO2 reduction, renewable energy production, or energy saving. Additionality: The fund steps in where commercial financiers are not yet fully ready to cover the risk. Transparency: Funded companies are required to report regularly on both financial progress and societal impact (e.g., CO2 saved or private capital mobilized).