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Private equity may have a lot to learn about green bonds and transparency
24 April 2015There is a worrying lack of fundamental details being made available about the Centerbridge/Senvion green bond, argues Peter Cripps
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Green bond issuance in India will add 'real value' to market, says MainStreet
24 April 2015Recent green bond offerings from Yes Bank and the Export-Import Bank of India (Exim India) have kickstarted the market in India, where financing is "greatly needed", according to impact investment firm MainStreet Partners.
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ESG-themed bond fund launches in US
22 April 2015Asset manager Columbia Threadneedle Investments has launched a US social bond fund, targeting corporate and municipal notes.
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Q&A: What's behind TfL's push for green bonds?
22 April 2015Transport for London's Simon Kilonback talks about the pros and cons of green bonds and how they fit in to TfL's plans
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Climate change a growing risk to credit ratings, says S&P
21 April 2015The increase in disasters caused by climate change will "test the resilience" of companies' credit ratings, according to Standard & Poor's (S&P).
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It's time for New York to issue green bonds, says city comptroller
21 April 2015The time is ripe for New York City to divert some of its $10-$15 billion of annual debt issues into green bonds, said comptroller Scott Stringer.
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Connecticut launches $250m green bond
20 April 2015The state of Connecticut is launching its first transaction dedicated exclusively to green bonds, in a bid to raise $250 million for clean water projects.
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US private equity firm plans green bond to fund acquisition
20 April 2015Private equity firm Centerbridge Partners is planning to issue a green bond to part-fund its acquisition of Senvion.
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TfL attracts Deutsche Bank on £400m green bond
20 April 2015Transport for London (TfL) has issued a £400 million ($598 million) green bond, which has attracted investors including Deutsche Bank.
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Good reporting behind broadening of investors for Ile de France green bond
20 April 2015Good reporting has prompted 'remarkable' growth in Region Ile de France's investor base for its latest sustainability bond, the issuer claims.