NIB issues first Nordic–Baltic Blue Bond
On 24 January 2019, NIB traded its first Nordic–Baltic Blue Bond. The five-year SEK 2 billion bond is launched under the NIB Environmental Bond Framework and will focus on investments within water resource management and protection. NIB’s inaugural Nordic–Baltic Blue Bond is targeted at sustainable investors. Eligible projects include wastewater treatment, prevention of water pollution and water-related climate change adaptation. The Nordic–Baltic region is rich in water resources, but human activity and new types of pollution are putting increasing pressure on water environments.