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Maynilad secures pioneering 'green equity' label in Philippines

Water and waste firm Maynilad Water Services has secured the first Philippine 'Green Equity' label ahead of its initial public offering (IPO), which is believed to be also the first green equity deal in Asia Pacific (APAC).

Philippines SEC consults on 'ISSB-aligned' sustainability disclosure rules

Philippines SEC consults on green equity segment

Sustainable Debt Round-up: National Australia Bank, Philippines, Cadeler ... and more

Philippines opens consultation on sustainability-linked bond standards

ASEAN sustainable fund standards will need tightening, says HSBC

A proposal for an ASEAN sustainable fund standard is a "good start" but will need to be tightened to align it with other international standards...

Philippines urges European investors to back green bond after COP disappointment

The Philippines has urged European investors to support its forthcoming $500 million green bond debut after the "disappointing" response of developed nations to support climate finance for emerging economies at the COP26 climate conference.

Bearing the standard for green bond growth

As the green bond market has grown, a plethora of national and regional standards has sprung up. What do they bring to the market and are they necessary, ask Michael Hurley and Peter Cripps