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ISDA launches derivatives clause library linked to sustainability


18 January 2024 US
Reporter: Sophie Downes

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The International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) has launched a clause library for sustainability-linked derivatives (SLDs).

The new offering is designed to provide standardised drafting options for market participants to use when negotiating SLD transactions with counterparties.

SLDs embed a sustainability-linked cashflow in a derivatives structure and use key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor compliance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets.

The ISDA SLD Clause Library provides drafting options in multiple areas, including provisions stipulating what evidence of sustainability performance must be delivered and when.

It also includes mechanisms to adjust cash flows depending on whether relevant ESG targets have been met, and options available to counterparties following disruption and review events.

Commenting on the new offering, Scott O鈥橫alia, chief executive of ISDA, says: 鈥淪LDs are highly bespoke transactions, but the language that describes the terms and the objectives does not have to be.

鈥淭he ISDA SLD Clause Library is designed to eliminate unnecessary differences and bring greater standardisation to this market. This will bring more efficiency to the negotiation process and reduce risks, setting the foundations for this market to develop further.鈥
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