Scale-up financing for SMEs going global
Nefco finances Nordic small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) whose solutions deliver positive environmental or climate impact. We offer:
- Loan financing on market terms
- Financial support for feasibility studies to facilitate internationalisation
If your company has a proven green solution ready for international scale-up, discover how Nefco financing can support your growth.
How to apply
Our investment criteria & cycle
Since 1990, Nefco has been a pioneer in impact investing. We are ready to take a financial risk when there is a green upside. Our financing criteria and step-by step investment cycle guides how we assess and work with your investment proposal.
Key figures from our Nordic SMEs portfolio
68
active Nefco investments at the end of 2024
126
feasibility studies through Nopef
€147m
in funds committed at the end of 2024
650+
Nordic SMEs have received financing for internationalisation
Biodiversity pilot programme
Protecting biodiversity helps maintain ecosystem services that businesses in different sectors depend on. Nefco’s Biodiversity Pilot Programme is testing and developing concrete biodiversity solutions in collaboration with companies.
Read about our SME financing options in Nordic languages
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