Swiss banking giant, Credit Suisse, has signed up as a Climate Bonds Partner.
John Tobin, Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainability at Credit Suisse AG said:
“At Credit Suisse we are aware of the risks of climate change and the need to develop capital market solutions that help with the rapid transition to a low-carbon and climate resilient economy. That will mean not only a huge expansion of public transport like railways, but also essential investments in everything from energy and water to sustainable food production.“
He added: “We are keen to work with the Climate Bonds Initiative in educating the market and promoting climate friendly investments globally.”
Climate Bonds CEO Sean Kidney said: “Most people don’t know this, but Credit Suisse was founded in 1856 to fund the development of Switzerland's rail system – critical low-carbon infrastructure."
“The development of climate change solutions is essentially a green infrastructure challenge. Banks like Credit Suisse are going to be essential to financing what must become a 30 year global boom in that green infrastructure."
“We are enormously privileged to have Credit Suisse join us as Climate Bonds Partner.”
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The Climate Bonds Initiative has issued an open invitation to banks, issuers, investors and NGOs to join as Climate Bond Partners to help rapidly grow what is already a US$50bn market of green and climate bonds.
- Access to bonds data, including the latest green and climate bonds, underwriter details and new investment areas.
- Market insights, tailored corporate briefings and advice making the most of opportunities in the market.
- Opportunities to connect with issuers, banks, investors, and other Partners.