Finance the future: From plans to DHC projects
How can cities turn ambitious district heating plans into investable projects?
At the Crash Course for Cities 2026 in Krakow, we explored the practical challenges and opportunities cities face in transforming their heating systems. If you didn't get the chance to join us for the session “Finance the future”, this webinar takes a closer look at how financing works in practice, with a focus on real district heating projects supported by international development banks.
Representatives from the European Investment Bank and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development will showcase practical case studies from their portfolios, sharing how projects were developed and financed, the challenges they addressed, and lessons that can help cities prepare and finance their own DHC investments.
The Crash Course for Cities: Online Series brings practical insights and real-world examples to cities ahead of the 4th edition of the Crash Course for Cities, taking place alongside the Euroheat & Power Congress in Marseille, 8-10 June 2027.
Speakers:
- Greg Gebrail, Head of Project Preparation and Implementation - European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- Šarūnas Bruzgė, Senior Environmental Economist – European Investment Bank
- Moderated by Morgan Henley, District Heating Campaigner - CEE Bankwatch
