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This fact sheet details a EUR 5.4 million project bond issued by Solis S.r.l. on June 13, 2018, to refinance a biomass combined heat and power (CHP) project in Italy.

This fact sheet details a JPY 10bn green bond issued by Japan Real Estate Investment Corporation on November 1, 2018, to finance and refinance certified green buildings and energy-efficient refurbishments.

A fact sheet detailing a green bond issuance by ING Bank N.V. on November 15, 2018, which is noted as the largest Climate Bonds Certified Bond issued to date.

A Green Bond Fact Sheet for a EUR 50 million senior secured bond issued by Småkraft AS on November 2, 2018, to finance small-scale hydropower plants in Norway.

This fact sheet details a EUR 500 million green bond issued by Royal Schiphol Group NV on November 5, 2018, to fund low-carbon buildings and electric vehicle infrastructure at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

A Green Bond Fact Sheet detailing a USD 362 million private placement issued by Dominion Energy Inc. on November 2, 2018, to refinance solar energy projects.

This fact sheet details a USD 1 billion green bond issuance by Duke Energy Carolinas LLC on November 8, 2018, marking the largest green bond issuance by a US utility company. The proceeds are designated for solar energy projects and energy storage assets in North and South Carolina.

This fact sheet details a USD 19 million US municipal green bond issued by the Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corporation on November 15, 2018, to finance water supply infrastructure for the cities of Seguin and Schertz in Texas.

This fact sheet from the Climate Bonds Initiative details a green bond issuance by the New South Wales Treasury Corporation on November 15, 2018, totaling AUD 1.8 billion (USD 1.3 billion) with a five-year tenor.

This fact sheet details a EUR 100 million green bond issued by University Properties of Finland (SYK) on November 2, 2018, to finance sustainable building projects and infrastructure.

This guide by the Climate Bonds Initiative explains the regulatory framework and procedures for foreign entities to issue green panda bonds in mainland China. It details the requirements for both panda bonds (yuan-denominated bonds issued by foreign entities) and green bonds, highlighting the role of Chinese regulatory bodies, the importance of the interbank market, and the process for aligning with both national and international green standards.

This briefing by the Climate Bonds Initiative and SITAWI examines the potential for green bonds to finance sustainable agriculture in Brazil. While Brazil is a global agricultural powerhouse with established government credit programs, green bond issuance in the land-use sector has been dominated by the forestry industry. The document identifies barriers for small producers and suggests that securitization of agricultural receivables (CRAs) and bank-led green bonds could expand financing for eco-efficiency, soil health, and sustainable crop production.

This briefing by the Climate Bonds Initiative and SITAWI examines the potential for green bonds to finance sustainable agriculture in Brazil. While Brazil is a global agricultural powerhouse with significant climate goals, green bond issuance in the sector has been largely limited to forestry and paper. The document identifies barriers to sustainable financing—particularly for small-scale producers—and suggests that aggregating small loans through securitization (such as green CRAs) and leveraging international capital markets could scale up investment in low-carbon agricultural technologies and practices.

This handbook by the Climate Bonds Initiative provides a comprehensive guide for foreign entities wishing to issue green panda bonds in mainland China. It details the regulatory landscape, the definition of green panda bonds, the step-by-step issuance process, and the specific requirements for both panda bonds and green bonds within the Chinese market.

This guide by the Climate Bonds Initiative provides a comprehensive overview of the regulations, procedures, and market dynamics for foreign entities wishing to issue green panda bonds in mainland China. It defines the green panda bond as a Renminbi-denominated bond issued by a foreign entity in China with proceeds dedicated to green projects, requiring compliance with both panda bond and green bond guidelines.

The City of Minneapolis issued a USD 96 million green bond on 31 October 2018 to fund a new Public Service Center and an East Side Storage and Maintenance Facility, both of which are committed to LEED Gold certification. The bond, which matures in 2046, was reviewed by Kestrel Verifiers and represents the second such issuance from a Minnesota issuer in 2018.

Marui Group Co Ltd issued a JPY10bn (USD89m) green bond on 25-Oct-2018, marking the first such issuance from the consumer goods sector in Japan. The proceeds are dedicated to renewable energy (solar and wind), sourcing 100% renewable electricity, and achieving specific energy reduction targets (30% to 50%) through upgrades to lighting, HVAC, and electrical infrastructure.

A fact sheet detailing a USD 0.5 million private placement green bond issued by UGE International on October 23, 2018, to finance solar projects.

Commerzbank issued a EUR500m senior non-preferred green bond on 23-Oct-2018 to finance and refinance solar and wind energy projects. The issuance marked Commerzbank as the second commercial bank in Germany to enter the green bond market in 2018, contributing to a national cumulative total of USD32.1bn.

This fact sheet details a EUR 1.75 billion green bond issuance by Société du Grand Paris on October 22, 2018, to fund the expansion of the public transport network in the Paris Metropolitan Area.