A supplement produced by the Jamaica Stock Exchange with support from UNDP, highlights the groundwork being laid for Jamaica's first Green Bonds. UNDP is supporting this process through capacity building under the Climate Promise project. 

Sustainable finance is more than an economic tool—it is a promise to future generations. By aligning investments with environmental and social priorities, Jamaica is charting a path toward resilience, prosperity, and sustainability.

Sustainable finance involves investments that consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, ensuring that economic growth does not come at the expense of environmental or social well-being. By promoting sustainable finance, Jamaica can attract investments in renewable energy, climate-smart infrastructure, and green industries.

The Jamaica Stock Exchange has been instrumental in this effort. Recognized globally for its innovation, the JSE is now championing a sustainable future by preparing to launch a Sustainable Green Bond. This financial instrument will enable both public and private sector entities to raise capital for environmentally sustainable projects, creating a win-win for economic growth and environmental protection.

UNDP and JSE have entered into a strategic Partnership under the Climate Promise project with a view to establishing an enabling environment for ESG. This supplement underscores the work being undertaken in this regard as the Stock Exchange prepares for the historic launch of Jamaica's and the Caribbean's first Green Bond.