German bank KjWs transparency and impact-measurement programme for green bonds have set it apart in the euro, US dollar and Australian dollar markets. In July, it extended its remit to the quieter sterling market "with impressive results. Green bonds are one of the fastest growing areas OF the capital markets. Issuance tripled to $36bn in 2014, and is expected to hit $100bn this year. Designed to raise money for environmentally sound projects, transparency and impact measurement have become key issues for serious investors, amid concerns that some borrowers are simply jumping on the green bandwagon.
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