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Veolia Secures 40% Of Spain’s Water-Digitalization PERTE Funding With 17 Strategic Projects

Nov 26, 2025

Veolia has emerged as the leading private-sector beneficiary of Spain’s PERTE for Water Digitalization, securing €76 million in grants distributed across 17 projects, according to information released by the company. These initiatives form part...

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EIB Grants €50 Million to Modernise Vilnius Water Infrastructure

Oct 19, 2025

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €50 million, 20-year loan to Lithuania’s largest water utility Vilniaus vandenys, aimed at modernising water supply and wastewater infrastructure in the capital region of Vilnius. The...

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Georgia Launches V2X Pilot and Expands EV Charging Access

Jul 22, 2025

The Georgia Public Service Commission has approved continued funding for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, including $52 million for Georgia Power’s Make Ready programme and nearly $6 million for its Community Charging Program. The initiatives...

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Lithuania Allocates €6 Million to Expand EV Charging Network

Jul 8, 2025

Lithuania has launched a €6 million subsidy programme to support the installation of 500 new electric vehicle (EV) charging points across 18 municipalities with sustainable mobility plans. The initiative, part of the national “New Generation...

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Spain Allocates €133 Million in Zero-Interest Loans to Upgrade Public Lighting in 68 Municipalities

Jul 3, 2025

Spain’s Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge has provisionally awarded €133 million in loans under the National Energy Efficiency Fund (FNEE) to support public lighting upgrades across 68 municipalities. The...

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Granada to Expand Energy-Efficient Street Lighting with €10.5M IDAE Funding

Jul 3, 2025

Granada has secured over €10.5 million in interest-free loans from Spain’s Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE) to modernize municipal street lighting. The funding, part of a national initiative to improve energy efficiency,...

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Kansas Allocates $4.5 Million for AI and Drone-Based Transportation Projects

Jun 16, 2025

Kansas is investing in advanced technology to modernize its transportation systems. Over $4.5 million in state funding will support 20 projects under the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Innovative Technology Program. The initiatives...

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EU Allocates €86 Million for Climate Resilience and Water Projects

Apr 20, 2025

The European Commission has approved €86 million in funding for Strategic Integrated Projects aimed at enhancing water security, reducing pollution, and improving climate resilience across Europe. The investment supports initiatives in Denmark,...

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EIB Approves €430 Million Loan for Madrid Water Infrastructure Upgrades

Mar 18, 2025

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €430 million loan to Canal de Isabel II, Madrid’s public water management company, to modernize and expand the region’s water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure. The funding aims to...

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The City of Jaca Seeks €1 Million for Smart Water Management Project

Mar 2, 2025

The Jaca City Council has applied for nearly €1 million in funding from Spain’s PERTE Water Digitalization Program to support the JACA SMART WATER project. The initiative aims to revolutionize water management in the municipality through...