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World Bank NZD 7Y sustainable development bond launch
ByAinvest
Wednesday, Jul 9, 2025 7:34 pm ET1min read
World Bank NZD 7Y sustainable development bond launch
The World Bank has announced the launch of a NZD 7-year sustainable development bond, marking a significant step towards mobilizing private sector investment in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This bond, part of the World Bank's broader strategy to finance the 2030 Agenda, is designed to align financial markets with sustainable development objectives.The bond, which will be denominated in New Zealand Dollars (NZD), is expected to raise funds to support projects that contribute to the SDGs, such as renewable energy infrastructure, climate resilience initiatives, and social development programs. The World Bank has emphasized the importance of this bond in attracting private sector investment to address global sustainability challenges.
The launch of this bond comes at a critical juncture, as the World Bank continues to work closely with the Global Investors for Sustainable Development (GISD) Alliance, a group of 30 top global business leaders. The GISD Alliance, convened by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in 2019, has been instrumental in developing standards and tools to align investment with the SDGs [1].
The bond is part of a broader trend of sustainable finance initiatives, including the GISD Alliance's development of sector-specific metrics and the launch of a net-zero Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) and a blended finance fund. These efforts aim to create real-life opportunities for investment in sustainable infrastructure and to make sustainability the core of business models and policies [2].
The World Bank's NZD 7-year sustainable development bond is a testament to the growing importance of sustainable finance. By providing investors with opportunities to align their portfolios with the SDGs, the bond seeks to bridge the financing gap needed to achieve the 2030 Agenda. As the world continues to grapple with challenges such as climate change and economic inequality, initiatives like this bond are crucial in mobilizing investment for a more sustainable future.
References:
[1] https://www.un.org/es/node/154695
[2] https://www.un.org/es/node/154695
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