Blue bonds are a relatively new type of sustainability bond which finance projects related to ocean conservation. Like green bonds, blue bonds operate similarly to any other debt instrument by providing capital to issuers who repay the debt with interest over time. The main difference is that blue bonds dedicate

Jun 6, 2019 · Blue bonds are an innovative ocean financing instrument whereby funds raised are earmarked exclusively for projects deemed ocean-friendly. The Republic of Seychelles last year, launched the world’s first sovereign blue bond raising a total of $15 million to advance the small island state’s blue economy.

Jul 27, 2023 · Blue Bonds: An Audacious Plan to Save the World’s Ocean. TNC’s Blue Bonds for Conservation model helps governments unlock funding for conservation—and could benefit millions of people in coastal regions. Last updated July 27, 2023

Oct 29, 2018 · What is a Blue Bond? The blue bond is a debt instrument issued by governments, development banks or others to raise capital from impact investors to finance marine and ocean-based projects that have positive environmental, economic and climate benefits.

Oct 29, 2018 · The Republic of Seychelles has launched the world’s first sovereign blue bond—a pioneering financial instrument designed to support sustainable marine and fisheries projects.

Sep 6, 2023 · Released today, the voluntary guidance provides market participants with clear criteria, practices, and examples for "blue bond" lending and issuances.

Jan 9, 2023 · Blue bonds work in the same way than traditional bonds but are different in that the entities issuing them are determined to use the resources generated – or a large proportion thereof – for the protection and conservation of marine ecosystems.

In June 2023, we were the first energy company in the world to issue a blue bond, a five-year EUR 100 million private placement bond. Net proceeds from our blue bond are invested in initiatives and projects aimed at developing the knowledge needed to innovate and scale ocean-based renewable energy solutions while contributing to ocean health.

Sep 8, 2023 · Blue bonds have emerged as a thematic bond that can facilitate capital towards Sustainable Development Goal 14 (life below water) not just through the use of proceeds, but also by making sustainable oceans-related investments more …

Released today, the voluntary guidance provides market participants with clear criteria, practices, and examples for “blue bond” lending and issuances.