EWE issues its second green bond

EWE, the Oldenburg-based energy and telecommunications company, has today successfully placed a green bond issue with a volume of €500 million. The bond has a maturity of eight years and a coupon rate of 3.875 per cent.

- Maturity: 2034
- Coupon rate: 3.875 per cent
- Updated framework receives an ‘Excellent’ rating

Following its green bond debut in 2021, EWE is continuing its sustainable financing strategy with this second green bond issue. The proceeds will be used to finance key infrastructure and transformation projects in the energy system of the future, as well as to implement the company’s growth strategy. EWE is thus strengthening the financial basis for the expansion of resilient and sustainable energy infrastructures.

CFO Dr Frank Reiners: “The strong demand from investors confirms our strategic direction and our growth trajectory. With this green bond issue, we are creating the financial foundation to consistently drive forward the expansion of modern energy infrastructure and climate-neutral technologies.”

The issue is based on EWE’s Green Finance Framework, which was updated in April 2026. This framework is consistent with the internationally recognised ICMA Green Bond Principles. The Green Finance Framework also stipulates that the proceeds from the green bond must be used exclusively for investments that comply with the EU Taxonomy. These include, amongst others, electricity distribution networks, hydrogen production and storage, local and district heating networks, and charging infrastructure for e-mobility. Through these investments, EWE is driving forward the transition to climate-neutral technologies whilst also contributing to security of supply and greater independence in energy provision in Germany and Europe.

The updated Green Finance Framework was awarded a ‘Excellent’ rating by Sustainable Fitch as part of a Second Party Opinion. The updated Green Finance Framework and the Second Party
Opinion are available on the EWE website: https://www.ewe.com/de/investor-relations/anleihen/green-bond 

The banks involved in the issue were ABN AMRO, BNP Paribas, Commerzbank, DZ BANK and UniCredit. EWE will report transparently on an annual basis regarding the specific use of funds and the associated environmental impacts.

Key details of the bond issued on 20 May 2026