Support for SMEs

To provide subsidy for the costs of eligible green and sustainable bond and loan issuances in Hong Kong.

Launched in May 2021, the Green and Sustainable Finance Grant Scheme (GSF Grant Scheme) provides subsidy for the costs of eligible green and sustainable bond and loan issuances in Hong Kong.

The Financial Secretary proposed in the 2024-25 Budget to extend the GSF Grant Scheme by three years to 2027, and expand the scope of subsidies to cover transition bonds and loans with a view to encouraging relevant industries in the region to make use of Hong Kong’s transition financing platform as they move towards decarbonisation. The HKMA will continue to administer the GSF Grant Scheme.

First-time and repeated issuers/ borrowers of green and sustainable bonds/ loans.

Applicants should submit formal application to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority within 3 months after issuance.