Climate change and social expectations are increasingly driving companies to choose eco-friendly solutions in their operations. Today, green transformation is not just an obligation. It's also an opportunity for development, savings, and a stronger market position. Now, thanks to the European Funds for Modern Economy support program, companies can implement eco-friendly innovations without significant financial risk. See how ecology drives modern business.
Why is it worth being eco-friendly?
More and more people and companies are incorporating environmental concerns into their initiatives. Eco-friendly activities improve air quality, protect natural resources, and impact human health. They also help companies save money – using less energy, water, and raw materials means lower costs. Although eco-investments can be expensive, they are eligible for support from European Funds, even for small businesses.
What does it mean to be eco?
Companies can protect the environment through specific actions. One key step is thermal modernization of buildings, which significantly reduces heat loss in homes and apartments, thus reducing energy consumption. Replacing old furnaces with more eco-friendly options, such as heat pumps or biomass boilers, is also crucial. A growing number of companies are also choosing to invest in renewable energy sources (RES), such as photovoltaic panels or wind turbines. This not only reduces carbon dioxide emissions but also lowers energy bills. Furthermore, initiatives such as recycling and reducing waste generation allow companies to operate more responsibly and reduce costs. All this allows for more cost-effective, modern, and environmentally friendly operations.
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Where to get the funds for this?
The green transformation of companies is financially supported by various projects funded by the European Union. Several forms of support are available under the European Funds for a Modern Economy 2025 program:
● SMART Path – funding for companies cooperating with universities or NGOs.
● Critical Technology Support Fund – in September, applications will be announced and applications will be accepted for companies developing groundbreaking, innovative technologies that help protect the environment and achieve economic independence. The Fund will support three strategic sectors – digital technologies, clean technologies and resource-efficient solutions, as well as biotechnology, the production of medicines and active substances considered crucial to public health in the European Union.
● Digital and Environmentally Friendly Transformation Fund – will offer loans for digitization and greening, which will be partially forgiven after the project's objectives are met. The loans will be available from January 2026. Thanks to these funds, companies can implement changes without excessive budgetary burdens. This is an opportunity for growth, savings, and being more eco-friendly.
Eco-credits and guarantees
In October of this year, applications will be accepted for the Eco-Loan with Eco-Premium, which will enable businesses to finance environmentally friendly investments with partial cost write-offs. The funds raised can be used for, among other things:
● purchase of equipment,
● patents, licenses, know-how,
● technical analyses and designs.
Additionally, entrepreneurs can benefit from loan guarantees that cover up to 80% of the capital of an investment or working capital loan, up to a maximum of EUR 2.5 million:
● Ekomax – for companies investing in Renewable Energy Sources and energy efficiency,
● Biznesmax Plus – supports eco- and innovative investments.
This type of support makes it easier for companies to implement costly but necessary changes. This makes ecological investments more accessible and less risky.
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Ecology pays off
Thanks to all of the above-mentioned initiatives, companies can introduce often costly but essential pro-ecological innovations in an accessible and cost-effective manner. This presents a real opportunity for growth and building a competitive advantage in the market. By investing in eco-technologies, companies reduce their negative impact on the climate, while also saving money, maintaining their image, and meeting growing customer expectations. It's worth acting now – for the good of the planet, the loyalty of employees, partners, and contractors, and long-term business success.
European Funds for a Modern Economy
The European Funds for a Modern Economy 2021-2027 program is a continuation of two previous programs: Innovative Economy 2007-2013 and Smart Growth 2014-2020. Its main goal is to support the transformation of Polish companies towards innovation, digitalization, and sustainable development. The program focuses on increasing the potential of Polish companies, implementing advanced technologies, strengthening the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and promoting green and digital solutions aligned with the idea of Industry 4.0 (the Fourth Industrial Revolution).
More about the program at: https://www.nowoczesnagospodarka.gov.pl/
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