World Bank's green bonds clear $1bn mark

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Bond issues raise finance for low-carbon and climate adaptation projects in developing world

The latest issue of green bonds by the World Bank has taken the total amount raised to more than $1bn (£646m), the institution announced today. The innovative bonds were first issued in late 2008,...

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