This document informs EIB s stakeholders - shareholders, borrowers, promoters, partners and civil society organisations - as well as the wider public on: What types of energy projects are consistent with the Bank s objectives; How energy projects will be assessed and prioritised by the Bank and How the Bank supports EU energy policy. It has been adopted on 23 July 2013, following a comprehensive review, including a formal public consultation that was launched in October 2012. This 2013 Energy Review redefines EIB s priorities in the energy sector and sets out the criteria to be used to screen and assess energy projects. Publication Date: 23.07.2013