Introduction In a landmark move towards supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy, NatWest Group has successfully issued its first Electric Vehicle Green Bond (EV […]
Category: Bonds
Natura’s Sustainability-Linked Bond 2024
Introduction Natura Cosméticos S.A., a Brazilian multinational in the cosmetics industry, has long been committed to sustainability. In line with its environmental and social goals, […]
The €100 Million BOAD Hybrid Bond
In a groundbreaking move, the West African Development Bank (BOAD) has issued a €100 million Sustainable Hybrid Bond with a private placement aimed at climate […]
Ecuador’s Blue Bond for Responsible Management of Oceans
In July 2023, an Ecuador Blue Bond continues the country’s efforts to take pioneering steps towards sustainable marine conservation and economic growth ‘responsible management of […]
Transforming Mongolia with Social Bonds
On July 9, 2024, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced a groundbreaking investment in Mongolia’s first social bond. This landmark initiative is set to catalyze […]
Ecuador’s Marine Bond: A Game Changer for Galapagos Conservation
The Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stand as a living testament to the rich biodiversity of our planet. Yet, these islands face growing […]
Indonesia Coral Bond: Innovating Marine Conservation Financing
Indonesia Coral Bond is a groundbreaking financing instrument launched by the World Bank in February 2024 aimed at improving the management and biodiversity of Indonesia\’s coral reefs.
Understanding Catastrophe Bonds: Jamaica’s $150M Initiative
Imagine a hurricane tearing through the Caribbean. Homes destroyed, roads flooded, lives disrupted. Small island nations like Jamaica bear the brunt of such disasters. But […]
IFAD Issues 2023 Sustainable Euro 65 million Bond for Eradicating Rural Hunger and Poverty
This euro private placement, totaling €65 million have been secured from four German pension funds, with Hamburger Pensionskasse (HPK) serving as the key investor.
World Bank Issues 2020 SDG $550 million Food Bond
Over 30 investors including Folksam Group, Handelsbanken Treasury, Kommunalbanken (KBN), Nordea Asset Management, Sbanken ASA, Storebrand Bank ASA and Union Investment Privatfonds GmbH participated in the bonds.