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Flurry of UK climate policies a barrier to investors – experts

The UK needs to simplify and streamline its climate and environmental policies in order to attract more green investment, members of the parliament (MPs), the industry and analysts have said.

Nikko mulling US green bond fund

Nikko Asset Management is considering launching a US version of its World Bank green bonds funds, according to the company's European chief investment officer.

Second French region issues green bond

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur has followed Île de France in issuing a sustainable bond, raising €119.5 million ($148.2 million) for renewable energy and social housing.

Climate Bonds Initiative sets up energy efficiency working group

The Climate Bonds Initiative has set up a working group to develop criteria for the certification of energy efficiency-related bonds, and is expecting its solar working group to issue a standard within the next few months.

Environmental Bond Issue of the Year

Climate bond market slowed by cheaper bank financing

The climate bond market is ready to explode as investors are eager to participate in these transactions, but renewable energy sponsors have preferred to seek financing in the cheaper bank markets, according to a Citigroup official.

Climate bond market broader, deeper than assumed – HSBC

The climate-themed bond market is "broader and deeper" than is commonly believed, according to a report from HSBC, which identifies at least $174 billion in issuance – much higher than earlier estimates.

IFC launches first green bond aimed at US investors

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has issued a $500 million green bond – the first that the multilateral has targeted at US investors.

EIB issues $148m climate bond

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has issued a SEK (Swedish krona) 1 billion ($148 million) 'green' bond, in participation with two new underwriters.

Sun to come out for renewable project bonds?

The $850 million Topaz solar bond is being hailed as a bellwether for the renewable energy bond market. But can others follow where MidAmerican Energy has trodden? Mark Nicholls reports