The objective of the New ELENA (European Local Energy Assistance) programme is to facilitate the implementation of energy-efficiency measures through the Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) model. The programme focuses on the renovation of existing buildings and targeted investments in construction and technological measures.

Through this programme, the National Development Bank (NRB) provides comprehensive support in the preparation of energy-efficiency projects at a fraction of the usual cost.

Municipalities and public-sector entities seeking to reduce energy consumption in public buildings can use the New ELENA programme not only for project preparation, but also for the preparation of procurement documentation and applications for funding from the Operational Programme Environment (OPE). These services are available for only a small share of the total preparation costs.