A word of warning to green and social bond buyers - Triodos Investment Management

The issuance of green and social bonds has taken flight.

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... Although Triodos Investment Management wholeheartedly welcome bonds that finance positive green and social impact, they have deep concerns about the rising trend in issuance. Lack of investor appetite for additionality, and the lack of conditions around timing for the allocation of proceeds is significantly hindering the very reason for the existence of this asset class.

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