cofinancieringseisen

Cofinancieringseisen are requirements set by funding bodies that stipulate how a portion of a project or program's costs must be covered by non‑funding partners. The concept originated in European Union policy, where Member States and institutions such as the European Investment Bank require that project developers secure additional financial commitment to demonstrate the economic viability and risk sharing of an undertaking. In practice, cofinancieringseisen mean that, for example, a renewable energy developer must secure a certain percentage of investment from private equity, banks, or other public institutions in order for the EU to disburse its grant.

The requirement serves several policy objectives. First, it encourages the mobilization of additional resources, thereby amplifying the impact of public funds. Second, it fosters risk sharing between the public and private sectors, which can reduce the exposure of limited public budgets. Third, it promotes project viability, as partners are more likely to commit money if they can share the financial burden and benefit from upside returns.

Cofinancieringseisen can take different forms: a fixed percentage of total project cost, a specific lender commitment, or a requirement that a partner hold a defined equity stake. The European Union’s Horizon Europe programme, for instance, often demands that participating institutions obtain a minimum cofinancing fraction of the total budget, sometimes including lines for “benefit sharing” so that public funds contribute to the expected social, economic, or environmental benefits of a project.

In many jurisdictions, the details of cofinancieringseisen are spelled out in the funding agreement and must be monitored by the financing authority. Non‑compliance can result in reduced funding or the revocation of grants. The principle of co‑financing remains a central element of many public funding strategies aimed at leveraging additional capital for large‑scale infrastructure, research, and sustainability initiatives.