Chile issued the first sovereign green bond of the American Continent on June 17th and marked a turning point for the Latin American region. With a USD 1.4 bn at 3.5% interest rate and dollar-denominated, the bond was overwhelmingly received by international investors and ground-breaking in several ways. More than 300 investors expressed interest for the transaction at an order … [Read more...] about Sovereign Green Bonds: 4 reasons to pay attention in LAC
Sustainable infrastructure and quality infrastructure are two sides of the same coin
The choices we make on how we travel can have a big impact on the climate. Just ask Greta Thunberg. The Swedish activist shuns flying, which generates roughly 100g of CO2 per km, in favor of the train clocking in at 15g per km. … [Read more...] about Sustainable infrastructure and quality infrastructure are two sides of the same coin
Celebrating Sustainability and Safeguards on Peru´s Independence Day
Thinking about Perú brings to life images of breathtaking green valleys that are lost in sight, vibrant Inca infrastructure, and a world-class cultural and natural richness evident in its people, landscapes and culinary traditions. This 28th of July, we celebrate the social diversity and enriching culture of The Republic of Perú, on the anniversary of its … [Read more...] about Celebrating Sustainability and Safeguards on Peru´s Independence Day
5 steps towards sustainable and green finance
This post was originally published by Apolitical. France recorded its highest ever temperature (45.9°C) this summer, while India has had to endure one of the longest heat waves in recent history. Meanwhile, firefighters in Spain have been working around the clock to bring wildfires under control, in a struggle reminiscent of Chile’s earlier this year. With the impacts … [Read more...] about 5 steps towards sustainable and green finance
Celebrating sustainability and safeguards on Colombia’s Independence Day
Home to more than 48 million people (1), Colombia is the fourth biggest economy in South America. With over 400.800 square miles and nearly 85 ecosystems made out of plains, rivers, coasts, moors and vibrant lungs of humid forests (2), Colombia is located in the northern border of the continent and serves as a natural habitat for more than 51.000 species, placing it among the … [Read more...] about Celebrating sustainability and safeguards on Colombia’s Independence Day