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Keliber Oy operates lithium mines in Finland's Kaustinen region and has received 'strategic' status under the EU's Critical Raw Materials Act, facilitating easier access to public funding. The company is part of a broader initiative driven by the Antwerp Declaration, which calls for deregulation and increased public support for corporate investments.

The EU's new industrial policy, presented in February 2025, aims to channel €100 billion into clean technologies and digital infrastructure, amidst concerns over prioritization of corporate profits over environmental and social objectives. The European Investment Bank (EIB) is expected to play a significant role in this plan, with an increased lending capacity and focus on technological innovation rather than socioeconomic transformation.

The InvestEU Fund's effectiveness in addressing public needs remains questionable, as recent data show only 6.4% of investments target social services. There are calls for public banks to better align investments with long-term social and environmental goals.