Sustainable Finance
4 articles
How to Vet a Green Bond: A Due Diligence Framework
Green bonds are vital for sustainable finance, but greenwashing poses a significant risk. This article provides a due diligence framework to systematically evaluate a green bond's integrity by scrutinizing its Green Bond Framework and alignment with core principles.
Hong Kong Expands Sustainable Finance Taxonomy to Cover Climate Adaptation
Hong Kong's sustainable finance classification system now includes 39 activities, adding sectors like steel manufacturing and electric buses, a significant jump from its previous 25.
Mexico's Sustainable Debt Issuance Falls Amid Economic Headwinds
In 2023, Mexico's sustainable bond issuance plummeted by 40% compared to the previous year, a stark reversal in its commitment to green finance, according to Bloomberg .
Rabobank Names Dries Lagerberg CSO, Role Active 2026
Rabobank announced Dries Lagerberg as its new Chief Sustainability Officer, but the role won't become active until June 1, 2026—more than two years from now.