Green Bond Verification

A green bond (also known as a climate bond) is a debt instrument specifically earmarked to raise money for climate and environmental projects.

To address greenwashing concerns and confirm the credibility and transparency of green bonds, the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) has launched the Climate Bonds Standard and Certification Scheme.

As a CBI-approved verifier of the Scheme, our green bond verification service can determines if your bond is in accordance with the CBI Climate Bonds Standard and a range of related requirements.

Why choose green bond verification from SGS?

We can help you to:

• Save time sourcing a verifier - we deliver qualified verification worldwide
• Demonstrate your commitment to issuing a climate bond that aligns with the CBI Climate Bonds Standard
• Enhance the credibility of your green bond
• Gain independent verification of the eligibility of your green project
• Strengthen your reputation and commitment to climate and environmental protection

CBI-approved green bond verification

As a world leading provider of testing, certification, inspection and verification, and a CBI-approved verifier of the Climate Bonds Standard and Certification Scheme, we offer you unrivaled expertise in green bond verification requirements.

We will verify your bond in accordance with:

• CBI Climate Bonds Standard
• International Assurance Engagements ISAE 3000 – Assurance Engagements other than Audits or Reviews of Historical Financial Information
• Agreed procedures (only applicable for pre-issuance assurance)

To discuss your Green Bond verification, contact us today.