Climate Bonds Initiative Europe (CBI Europe) is the European branch of the Climate Bonds Initiative, an international, investor-focused not-for-profit organization. Established to promote investment in projects and assets necessary for a rapid transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy, CBI Europe aims to mobilize the bond market to finance climate change solutions. The organization plays a critical role in setting standards for green bonds, developing market tools and certifications, and engaging with policymakers, investors, and issuers. Through its efforts, CBI Europe seeks to accelerate investment flows into renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable transport, and other green sectors aligned with the EU’s climate goals and the Paris Agreement.
Since being accredited and registered in the EU Transparency Register, CBI Europe has actively engaged in advocacy and lobbying targeted at shaping the EU’s green finance regulations and frameworks. It works closely with the European Commission, European Parliament, and other stakeholders to promote the adoption of clear, science-based standards for green bonds and climate-aligned finance. This includes contributing to the EU Taxonomy for Sustainable Activities, sustainable finance disclosure requirements, and the EU Green Bond Standard. Beyond policy engagement, CBI Europe provides market participants with certification schemes and impact reporting methodologies to enhance confidence and transparency, facilitating the scaling up of green bond issuance.
CBI Europe employs a multidisciplinary team of experts in green finance, climate science, policy analysis, and investor relations. It leverages its global network to disseminate best practices and align European capital markets with global climate objectives. The organization also organizes events, workshops, and stakeholder consultations to foster dialogue and collaboration among financial institutions, governments, and civil society. Its strategic focus lies in bridging the gap between environmental imperatives and financial market realities, ensuring that investment flows support sustainable development and carbon neutrality.
Through consistent engagement and credible expertise, CBI Europe has established itself as a key interlocutor in the EU’s sustainable finance ecosystem. The initiative supports the EU’s ambitions to become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050 by catalyzing private sector involvement and innovation in climate finance. Its continuous advocacy aims to refine regulatory frameworks to balance environmental integrity with market dynamism. CBI Europe is driven by the belief that transparent, reliable green finance standards are indispensable for scaling climate action and achieving the EU’s Green Deal targets.
