Nordic Investment Bank
The international financial institution of the Nordic and Baltic countries
NIB is an international financial institution owned by Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden.
NIB’s vision is a prosperous and sustainable Nordic–Baltic region. NIB finances projects that improve productivity and benefit the environment of the Nordic and Baltic countries.
NIB offers sustainable long-term lending to both the public and private sectors on competitive market terms. Our financing complements other available funding sources and crowds-in additional investments. All lending projects are assessed for its impact on productivity and environment as well as undergo sustainability and ESG review.
NIB acquires the funds for its lending by borrowing on the international capital markets. NIB’s bonds enjoy the highest possible credit rating.
To support the productivity of its member countries, NIB-financed projects focus on:
- technical progress and innovation
- human capital and equal economic opportunities
- improvements in infrastructure
- market efficiency and business environment
In terms of the environment, NIB lends to projects that foster:
- pollution reduction
- preventive measures
- resource efficiency
- development of clean technology
- climate change mitigation