European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism and the Norwegian Financial Mechanism
The European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism and the Norwegian Financial Mechanism contribute to reducing social and economic disparities in Europe while simultaneously strengthening bilateral cooperation between donor countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway) and beneficiary countries.
On 23 September 2025 in Zagreb, the Republic of Croatia signed Memoranda of Understanding with Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway for the implementation of the EEA Financial Mechanism and the Norwegian Financial Mechanism for the period up to 2028. Through these agreements, Croatia has been allocated €111 million for investments in the green transition, local development, innovation in the green and blue economy, and the justice sector.
The objective of this cooperation is to foster Croatia’s social and economic development, strengthen institutions, promote sustainable development, innovation, and quality of life, and enhance bilateral cooperation with Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway.
In the period 2021–2028, Croatia will participate in four programmes:
- Green Transition – €30.3 million (energy resilience and sustainable development, particularly in less developed regions)
- Local Development – €33 million (community strengthening, STEM education, and inclusive education)
- Green and Blue Business Innovation – €22 million (development of a sustainable, low-carbon, and circular economy)
- Justice – €21.55 million (improving the judicial system, access to justice, and the development of mediation)
More information is available at: https://eeagrants.hr/