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  • Green bond market saw $35.4bn of issues in 2014, says CBI

    07 January 2015

    Some $35.4 billion of green bonds were issued in 2014 – more than treble the previous year's figure, but short of estimates of $40 billion.

  • What does the slump in oil prices mean for the low-carbon sector?

    23 December 2014

    Oil prices have almost halved in recent months, creating havoc in financial markets. But what is the impact on renewables, energy efficiency, and other low-carbon themed investments, asks Peter Cripps

  • HSBC climate change index highlights potential for oil-related boost after rollercoaster year

    17 December 2014

    HSBC's climate change index has had "a rollercoaster year", with the second half seeing sharp falls against its benchmark – but analysts say it could benefit from a rebound in oil prices.

  • Abengoa Yield closes $125m credit facility

    04 December 2014

    Abengoa's yieldco has closed a $125 million credit facility from five banks.

  • Four US banks veto Australian coal port

    30 October 2014

    Four major US investment banks have ruled out investing in a $26.5 billion coal export project near the Great Barrier Reef, following in the footsteps of five European counterparts.

  • Property group Stockland issues Australia's first green bond

    27 October 2014

    Property company Stockland has issued a €300 million ($380 million) seven year green bond, the first from an Australian issuer.

  • Renewables stocks are outperforming energy efficiency, says HSBC

    17 October 2014

    Equity investments in renewable energy performed better last quarter than those in energy efficiency and storage, according to research by HSBC.

  • John Laing renewables fund secures £50m credit facility

    13 October 2014

    John Laing Environmental Assets Group (JLEN) has agreed a three-year £50 million ($80 million) revolving credit facility with HSBC and Dutch bank NIBC.

  • Abengoa raises €1.4bn of debt

    01 October 2014

    Abengoa has raised €1.4 billion of debt from 20 investors.

  • Ontario gives details of C$500m green bond

    01 October 2014

    The Province of Ontario has announced details of the first issue under its new green bond programme.