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The Commonwealth Guide to Blue Bond Issuance
The Commonwealth, ORRAA, Blue Bond Accelerator
Blue bonds offer a mechanism for channelling capital into marine conservation and sustainable blue economy activities. However, issuing a blue bond is a technically complex and multi-stakeholder process which carry unique requirements and risks that differentiate them from conventional debt instruments, These constraints – which include commitments to environmental impact, use of proceeds tracking, enhanced governance and ongoing reporting – mean that while blue bonds are a potentially powerful mechanism for financing ocean conservation and sustainable use, they are not universally suitable. Governments should carefully weigh their benefits and costs before commencing with issuance.
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