ANZ has confirmed facilities in Australia, as well as Singapore, Europe, New Zealand and Hong Kong which has implemented a facility in the West Kowloon Cultural District for a foundation project costing over $20 million to be led by local contractors, Vibro.
“This is our first green guarantee for low carbon buildings, and we’re delighted to partner with Vibro on this milestone transaction which further reinforces ANZ’s commitment to environmental sustainability,” ANZ Hong Kong CEO Peter Chan said.
“Our objective was to structure a solution which supported Vibro’s sustainability agenda and Hong Kong’s strong sustainability credentials.”
ANZ managing director, transaction banking, Lisa Vasic added that the bank is one of the first to offer green guarantee facilities and will continue to look at ways it can support more sustainability projects.
“The establishment of this new product follows the natural evolution of the sustainable finance market while also meeting the changing needs of our customers,” Ms Vasic said.
In constructing the facilities, ANZ has also announced it will implement environment, energy and safety management system practices and adopt electrification measures and the use of biodiesel in favour of diesel where possible.
Neil Griffiths
Neil is the Deputy Editor of the wealth titles, including ifa and InvestorDaily.
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