Standard Chartered issues inaugural €1bn green bond

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€1bn issuance to help finance wide range of low carbon projects, including renewable energy, green building, and circular economy solutions

Standard Chartered has today launched its first Green-only Bond, boasting a value of €1bn and backed by plans to invest in renewable energy and green building projects in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East....

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