Sustainability-Linked Guarantees (SLGs) | Innovative Financing Aligned With Your ESG Targets
NNRV Trade Partners | Innovative Financing Aligned With Your ESG Targets
🔹 KPI-Driven Guarantees | Performance-Based Pricing | SFDR/ISSB Compliant
⚠️ Paying Penalties for Missed ESG Targets?
A European steel manufacturer faced €2.4M in penalties for failing carbon reduction goals. With our Sustainability-Linked Guarantee, they:
✅ Secured preferential rates by achieving ESG KPIs
✅ Avoided €1.8M in penalties through our hedge mechanism
✅ Boosted ESG score by 32% in 18 months
“NNRV turned our ESG compliance into financial advantage. Their tiered structure motivated us to exceed targets.”
– CFO, Steel Sector, Belgium
💼 What Are Sustainability-Linked Guarantees?
An innovative instrument that:
▪ Links guarantee terms to measurable ESG KPIs
▪ Offers financial incentives (discounted rates, adjustable fees) for ESG performance
▪ Covers potential penalties for non-compliance
Regulatory Frameworks:
✔ EU SFDR
✔ ISSB Standards
✔ Climate Resilience Laws
✔ EU Taxonomy
✅ Key Benefits
| Feature | Client Advantage |
|---|---|
| Tiered Pricing | Progressive fee reductions for improved ESG performance |
| Penalty Coverage | Financial protection against ESG fines |
| Integrated Reporting | Automated tracking via NNRV ESG360 platform |
| SFDR Alignment | Article 8/9 eligible for sustainable funds |
| Sector Flexibility | Custom KPIs (industry, logistics, energy) |
🏦 Specialized Partner Banks
| Institution | ESG Specialty | Min. Amount | Max. Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNP Paribas (FR) | Industrial Decarbonization | €5M | 40% on fees |
| ING (NL) | Sustainable Supply Chains | €3M | 35% on margins |
| BBVA (ES) | Renewable Energy | €2M | 45% on costs |
| Standard Chartered (UK) | Green Infrastructure | $10M | 50% on guarantees |
(📊 Dynamic pricing models available by sector)
📋 Required Documentation
✔ ESG Transition Plan (with verifiable KPIs)
✔ Recent ESG Audit (by accredited body)
✔ Contract with ESG Penalty Clauses
✔ 3-Year ESG Performance History
✔ Quarterly Reporting Commitment
🔄 5-Step Implementation
ESG Diagnostic – Identify sector-relevant KPIs
Structuring – Create incentive-based tiered model
Bank Submission – Match with specialized partners
Activation – Automated KPI monitoring setup
Dynamic Adjustment – Quarterly term reviews
📊 Comparative Analysis
| Instrument | KPI Linkage | Financial Benefit | Risk Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainability-Linked SLG | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Green Bond | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ |
| Sustainability Loan | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
🚀 Why NNRV?
✔ ESG360 Platform – Real-time tracking of 80+ standard KPIs
✔ 15+ ESG Bank Network – Best execution on terms
✔ “Double Dividend” Clause – Enjoy both: fee reductions + penalty coverage
✔ Dedicated ESG Team – Ex-Big4 auditors specialized in sustainable finance
📌 Key Notes
Minimum Threshold: €2M (€1M for innovative SMEs)
Alignment Period: 12-36 months (adjustable)
Audits: Required by approved third parties (EcoVadis, SGS)
🌍 Success Stories
“Reduced guarantee costs by 28% while improving our CDP score to A-.” – Energy Producer, Germany
“Won a €15M tender thanks to our SLG-backed ESG commitments.” – Construction Firm, Sweden
📞 Secure Your SLG Today
[📥 Download SLG Brochure]
[☎️ Book ESG Financing Consultation]
🌐 Recognized By:
▪ UN PRI Signatory
▪ GRESB Partner
▪ TCFD Supporters