Colombia Sustainable Finance State of The Market 2022

Year Published

2023

Contributing Organizations

Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI)

LAGreen Fund

Finance in Motion (FiM)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Spanish

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Thematic Bonds

Target Audience

Financial Services Providers

MDBs/DFIs

Banks

Asset Managers

Real Economy Corporates

Relevant Geography

Latin America and the Caribbean

Resource Description

This report presents a comprehensive overview of the green, social, sustainable, and sustainability-linked (GSSS) bond market in Colombia. It analyzes trends, issuer profiles, use of proceeds, and market developments from 2016 to 2022, offering insights for scaling sustainable finance in the country.

Why This Matters

GSSS bonds are key to financing Colombia’s climate and development goals. This report supports market growth by increasing transparency, tracking progress, and identifying gaps in issuance, regulation, and investor engagement—critical for aligning finance with sustainability targets.

Key Insights

As of 2022, Colombia’s GSSS bond market reached USD 46 billion, with 41 issuances since 2016
Green bonds dominate (57%), followed by social (24%) and sustainability (16%)
Key sectors: transportation, energy, construction, and finance
2021–2022 saw growth in sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs)
Domestic and international investors show rising interest
Barriers include standardization gaps and capacity needs among issuers

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