Commentary
Commentary: Making Green Bonds Pension-Eligible
Green bonds only mobilise domestic institutional capital if they meet pension eligibility rules. Listing, rating and verification matter.
Many African green bonds have been placed with international investors. To mobilise domestic pension capital, issuances need to meet local eligibility requirements — typically listing, rating and minimum credit quality.
- List domestically.
- Obtain a rating or credit enhancement.
- Use recognised verification frameworks.
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