The Social Climate Fund (SCF) is a cornerstone of the European Union (EU)’s strategy to ensure that no one is left behind in the journey toward climate neutrality by 2050. As part of the EU’s ambitious “Fit for 55” package, designed to cut Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, the SCF provides targeted support to vulnerable households, micro-enterprises, and transport users who face the greatest challenges during this transition. The SCF addresses the social repercussions of the EU’s revised Emission Trading System (ETS) which now includes the building and road transport sectors. 

In line with the SCF Regulation, EU Member States are required to prepare and submit a Social Climate Fund Plan (SCP) to the European Commission. These Plans detail the specific measures and investments covering the period between 2026 and 2032. Malta has a total budget (EU+MT share) of approximately €60.5 million, subject to adjustments depending on the timing of the ETS implementation.

 A public consultation document has been drawn up to outline the basis for Malta’s Social Climate Fund Plan. As part of the consultation process for EU funding, all stakeholders and the general public are invited to give their feedback on the proposed measures and investments. These initiatives are designed to address the country’s needs and challenges, in line with the parameters set out in the SCF Regulation. 

Interested parties may put forward their views, suggestions and comments in reaction to this document by Wednesday, 25 June 2025 at noon, through the below feedback form. 

The Social Climate Fund Public Consultation document can be downloaded from here: Public Consultation on the Social Climate Plan for Malta – Document