Australia has issued its inaugural $7 billion green bond, signaling a significant advancement in the country’s sustainable finance market. This bond, aimed at financing projects that support climate change mitigation and adaptation, received substantial global interest, underscoring Australia’s potential as a leading destination for green investments.

Key Impact Points:

• Australia’s $7B green bond attracts over $22B in bids from global investors.
• Funds to support green hydrogen, community batteries, and clean transport.
• Aligns with Australia’s net zero by 2050 goal and UN SDGs.

Australia issued its first $7 billion green bond, marking a major milestone in sustainable finance.

“This bond is pulling more global and domestic green capital into financing that opportunity,” said an official.

The bond aims to finance projects making Australia integral to the global economy, creating new jobs nationwide.

The Australian Office of Financial Management’s (AOFM) bond issue was oversubscribed, with $22 billion in bids from 105 investor institutions across Australia, Asia, Europe, and North America.

“Demand for the bond confirms Australia is a go-to destination for international green capital,” the AOFM stated.

Encouraging private sector investment in net zero initiatives is a key part of the Albanese Labor Government’s Future Made in Australia plan and last month’s Budget.

The green bond offers global investors the chance to support government-backed projects crucial for climate change mitigation and improved environmental outcomes.

Funds will support projects like green hydrogen hubs, community batteries, and clean transport, along with biodiversity conservation programs.

“The projects supported by the bond will deliver significant environmental benefits, including lowering greenhouse gas emissions, increasing Australia’s renewable energy production and bolstering our biodiversity conservation,” the official added.

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This approach ensures thriving environments benefit the economy and community.

The bond reflects the Government’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.