The Investor
26 Apr 2026, 21:52
BBVA has jointly led the structuring of Australia’s first “blue loan,” a $170.5 million financing linked to the refinancing of the Mundaring Water Treatment Plant in Western Australia. The transaction, aligned with International Finance Corporation (IFC) Blue Finance Guidelines, supports sustainable water infrastructure and marks a milestone in the development of blue finance.
The facility supplies drinking water to more than 100,000 homes and incorporates strong sustainability features, including renewable energy use, high recycling rates, and zero water loss. BBVA acted as Joint Sustainability Coordinator alongside Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
The deal highlights growing momentum in innovative climate finance solutions aimed at protecting water resources and supporting resilient infrastructure, with BBVA positioning itself as a key player in this emerging segment.
The facility supplies drinking water to more than 100,000 homes and incorporates strong sustainability features, including renewable energy use, high recycling rates, and zero water loss. BBVA acted as Joint Sustainability Coordinator alongside Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
The deal highlights growing momentum in innovative climate finance solutions aimed at protecting water resources and supporting resilient infrastructure, with BBVA positioning itself as a key player in this emerging segment.