ASCOR in practice: Use cases and insights

The ASCOR in practice: Use cases and insights report explores how the ASCOR framework can be applied in real-world investment and policy contexts. The report focuses on practical applications of the tool, helping investors and sovereign issuers understand how to use ASCOR data to assess climate risks, opportunities and alignment with the Paris Agreement.

The report presents a series of case studies and use cases, organised by user type. For investors, these include supporting investment decision-making, portfolio alignment, climate reporting, engagement with governments, and analysis of sovereign bonds. For sovereign issuers, the framework can be used to benchmark performance, compare peers, demonstrate progress to investors, and inform sustainable finance strategies, such as sustainability-linked bonds.

Drawing on stakeholder engagement, research and real-world examples, the publication highlights how ASCOR provides a transparent, comparable and practical tool for integrating climate considerations into sovereign debt markets. It supports more informed decision-making and strengthens dialogue between investors and governments on the transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy.