Air Liquide's Sustainable Finance Success: Third Green Bond Allocation for Energy Transition Projects
Key Ideas
  • Air Liquide issues a successful €500 million green bond, allocating funds to energy transition projects with a focus on low-carbon hydrogen and air gases.
  • Investor interest in the bond is high, being oversubscribed, with strong credit ratings from major agencies, reflecting financial stability.
  • The green bond issuance supports Air Liquide's record-breaking investment efforts in 2024, aiming for transformative energy transition projects and client collaborations.
  • By strengthening its funding, Air Liquide reinforces its commitment to global decarbonization and sustainable energy solutions, in line with its responsible investing initiatives.
Air Liquide has issued a new €500 million green bond as part of its strategic ADVANCE plan, focusing on sustainable growth and innovative energy solutions. The proceeds from this third green bond issuance will finance projects in the energy transition sector, particularly emphasizing low-carbon hydrogen and air gases. The bond was significantly oversubscribed, demonstrating strong investor interest and receiving high credit ratings. Jérôme Pelletan highlighted the importance of the issuance, noting how it supports the company's market position and reflects investor confidence. The funds raised will further Air Liquide's investments in transformative projects, especially in collaboration with clients for energy transition initiatives. This additional funding strengthens Air Liquide's ability to implement ambitious projects for global decarbonization and sustainable energy solutions, aligning with its commitment to responsible investing and environmental innovation. As a global leader in gases, technologies, and services, Air Liquide's long-standing expertise in essential molecules like oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen positions it well to drive sustainable practices and innovation. The company's strategic roadmap ADVANCE underscores its focus on combining financial performance with sustainability and social responsibility, ensuring resilience and innovation for the future.
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