TY - THES ID - 136614692 TI - Advancing Sustainable Development: the evolution of strategies and project outcomes of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development AU - Yu, Zhenzhen AU - Bouckaert, Geert AU - KU Leuven. Faculteit Sociale Wetenschappen. Opleiding Master of Advanced Studies in European Policies and Public Administration (Leuven et al) PY - 2023 PB - Leuven KU Leuven. Faculteit Sociale Wetenschappen DB - UniCat UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:136614692 AB - This study delves into the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's (EBRD) contribution to sustainable development in its targeted regions, scrutinizing its strategic evolution, project outcomes, and implications for industry, infrastructure, and city-building endeavors. The research tackles three fundamental questions: EBRD's evolutionary path, its impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 9 and 11, and the challenges and opportunities when evaluating the lasting impact of its projects on the targeted SDGs. Drawing on Institutional and Stakeholder Theories, the analysis showcases the transformation from the Green Economy Transition Approach (GET1.0) to the pragmatic approach of GET2.0 and the significance of the Green City Program. Findings emphasize EBRD's alignment with global norms and its role in fostering resilient urban development. While contributing insights into EBRD's strategies, limitations arise from underapplying Development Bank Theory and data constraints. As a foundation, this research suggests future investigations into region-specific impacts, socio-economic consequences, and the interplay of strategies and SDGs, thus paving the way for a comprehensive exploration of EBRD's role in shaping sustainability across its operational landscape. ER -