EU Unveils Green Bond Standard

The video discusses the European Union's approach to green financing, focusing on their strategy to scale up the green bond market. The EU aims to issue €150 billion annually until 2026, with 30% in green bonds, to enhance market liquidity and reduce greenwashing risks. The EU Green Bond Standard is introduced as a voluntary measure to increase transparency. Both EU and non-EU entities can issue these bonds, aiming to set a global standard.

What is the European Union's annual target for green bond issuance until 2026?

• €250 billion

• €200 billion

• €150 billion

• €100 billion

What percentage of the EU's annual bond issuance is planned to be in green bonds?

• 20%

• 10%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the EU's primary goal in establishing a new standard for green bonds?

• To limit bond issuance

• To increase bond prices

• To decrease market liquidity

• To reduce the risk of greenwashing

Who can issue European green bonds according to the new standard?

• Only governments

• Both EU and non-EU institutions

• Only non-EU institutions

• Only EU-based companies

What is the nature of the European Green Bond Standard?

• Compulsory for financial institutions

• Only applicable to governments

• Voluntary for companies

• Mandatory for all companies