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Episode 12 - Sustainability-linked financing and data centers, with Aligned’s Matthew Chambliss
Jul 21, 2022
Matthew Chambliss, VP of Finance at Aligned, talks about sustainability-linked financing in data centers. Topics include Green Bonds, Sustainability-Linked Loans, Aligned's $3b sustainable debt, and the importance of sustainability metrics. The podcast explores eco-friendly practices, financial aspects of green bonds, Aligned's commitment to sustainable operations, and the rising trend of sustainable financing in data centers.
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- Data center owners tie financing to ESG goals like PUE and water use for sustainability-linked financing.
- Green bonds fund specific green projects, while sustainability-linked loans offer flexible ESG goal usage.
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The Importance of Sustainable Financing in Data Centers
In today's episode, the discussion revolves around sustainable financing in data centers, emphasizing the shift towards sustainability in the industry. Matt Shambliss, VP of Finance at Aligned, delves into the differences between green bonds and sustainability link loans, highlighting how they serve similar purposes but with distinct structures. He sheds light on how green bonds are project-based, focusing on specific data center projects, while sustainability link loans offer more flexibility in fund usage tied to ESG goals.
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