At the beginning of 2025, the Croatian government adopted the National Investment Promotion Plan for the period up to 2030. Developed within the framework of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (2021–2026), the plan aims to increase productivity, create jobs, and reduce regional disparities. Key priorities include streamlining investment procedures, improving administrative coordination, and enhancing the country’s appeal to foreign investors.
1. Air Quality and Green Transition – €220 Million for Ecology
Croatia is stepping up efforts to improve air quality, allocating over €220 million to this end. The programme, implemented by the Ministry of Physical Planning, Construction and State Assets and the Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency Fund (EPEEF), includes:
- €90 million to co-finance zero-emission vehicles for taxi and delivery fleets,
- €35 million to replace refrigeration systems that use ozone-depleting substances,
- €25 million for thermal insulation of homes belonging to energy-poor households,
- €53 million for the purchase of alternative fuel vehicles and the construction of new electric charging stations.
Croatia also plans to modernise domestic heating boilers and expand rooftop solar for residential use, making this market attractive for companies operating in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and cleantech.
2. Renewable Energy – €70 Million for the Largest Solar Power Plant
In 2025, Croatia will invest €70 million in the construction of the country’s largest solar power plant – SE Korlat, located in Zadar. The renewable energy development pipeline also includes energy storage batteries and additional solar farms with a capacity of 40 MW. Croatia is equally committed to hydropower, investing €600 million in the modernisation of existing hydroelectric plants and the construction of new facilities.
3. Construction and Real Estate – Renovation and New Development Projects
Croatia’s construction sector is growing dynamically, with building renovation and new residential investment forming key pillars of the investment strategy. The government plans to support the modernisation of single-family homes and improve energy efficiency across the built environment. Particular attention should be paid to sustainable construction solutions, which opens opportunities for companies supplying building materials, smart home technologies, and innovative infrastructure systems.
4. Technology and Innovation – Croatia on the Path to Digitalisation
Croatia is also investing in digitalisation and emerging technologies, as evidenced by growing activity in the data centre, fintech, AI, and smart city sectors. Start-up ecosystems and research and development projects are receiving active support, making the country increasingly attractive to investors in the IT sector.
5. Infrastructure Investment – Backed by EU Funds
Between 2025 and 2030, Croatia plans significant infrastructure investment, including:
- modernisation of the rail and road network,
- development of public transport,
- expansion of ports and logistics terminals.
Funding for these projects comes from EU structural funds and European Investment Bank loans, further strengthening the investment security of this sector.
Why Invest in Croatia?
- Strong economy – Croatia is growing faster than any other eurozone country, and public investment is driving private sector growth.
- Favourable business environment – streamlined investment procedures and tax incentives.
- Access to EU funds – billions of euros earmarked for green energy, infrastructure, and digitalisation.
- Attractive real estate market – rising land values and strong construction investment pipeline.
- Tourism and HoReCa sector – a stable source of income drawing investors in hospitality and food service.
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