LAGreen Fund
Overview
LAGreen Fund is the first green bond fund dedicated to Latin America and the Caribbean, established to support new issuers of green bonds through technical assistance and investments. Its primary objective is to facilitate access to financing for green initiatives, thereby promoting the transition to a green economy in the region. The fund emphasizes high-impact standards for green bonds, focusing on the environmental and social benefits of supported projects, as well as the integrity of green credentials, reporting, and impact assessment. The fund's investment strategy targets sectors such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate change adaptation, sustainable transportation, and sustainable use of natural resources. It has participated in various bond issuances across multiple countries, including Colombia, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, Brazil, and Mexico. Notably, LAGreen invested USD 5 million in Costa Rica's inaugural blue bond, issued by Banco Nacional de Costa Rica, marking a significant step in supporting the blue economy and sustainable development in the region. LAGreen Fund operates with a mixed capital structure, initially funded by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, with plans to leverage private sector investments in subsequent stages. The fund also offers technical assistance to potential green bond issuers, supporting all stages of bond preparation to enhance the quality and impact of green financing in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Investment Focus
- Projects must align with green bond principles and contribute to environmental and social sustainability.
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does LAGreen Fund invest in?
LAGreen Fund invests in Renewable Energy, Circular Economy, Energy Efficiency, Water Treatment, Sustainable Agriculture and Sustainable Transportation, and is based in Luxembourg. LAGreen Fund is listed as a fund of funds in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does LAGreen Fund invest at?
LAGreen Fund backs companies at Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 5M - 50M.
Which regions does LAGreen Fund invest in?
LAGreen Fund invests across Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Colombia and Peru.
What companies has LAGreen Fund invested in?
LAGreen Fund's portfolio includes Banco Nacional de Costa Rica, Banco Promerica Costa Rica, Banco Interamericano de Finanzas (BanBif), Operadora de Servicios Mega, Banco de Bogotá, Banco Internacional, Cifi and BBVA.
How do I contact LAGreen Fund?
LAGreen Fund's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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