S&P highlights ‘inherent structural tension’ in green bank capital

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S&P highlights ‘inherent structural tension’ in green bank capital

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An S&P Global logo as it appears in Washington, D.C., as seen on September 8, 2019. (Graeme Sloan/Sipa USA) | Graeme Sloan/SIPA USA/PA Images

S&P has warned there is no smooth way for banks and insurers to direct proceeds from debt capital instruments towards specific green financing objectives. It recommended that these issuers instead focus on making broad commitments through their green subordinated bonds.

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