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  • Japanese transition bonds likely to 'move closer to green'

    22 July 2024

    The use of proceeds for the ground-breaking Japanese sovereign transition bond programme is likely to become more conventionally 'green' rather than move more into the more contested 'transition' projects, according to the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCRA).

  • CBI certification 'very difficult' for Japanese transition bonds

    18 July 2024

    Japan has confirmed it is not looking to certify its upcoming transition bonds with the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) due to challenges posed by its diverse framework, including around funding innovative start-ups.

  • Japan shows value of clear policy to spur transition finance, JCR says

    29 April 2024

    Japan's sovereign transition bond, and its links to government 'roadmaps' to decarbonise high-emitting sectors, shows how clear policy frameworks can catalyse 'transition finance', according to Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR).