Mandatory ESG reporting, new AI tools for ESG data management, and rising litigation risk are just some of the hot topics this year.
By Paul A. Davies and Betty M. Huber
Through the course of 2024, the development of the ESG and sustainability landscape was dynamic. We anticipate that this dynamism will intensify in 2025,
CARB will not penalize reporting entities for incomplete Scope 1 and 2 emissions disclosures under SB 253, irritating lawmakers and raising the specter of oversight hearings.
By Joshua Bledsoe, Nikki Buffa, Betty M. Huber, and Matthew Green
On December 5, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) issued an Enforcement Notice for
The proposal represents a step forward for carbon capture and storage projects in the state and could accelerate the permitting process.
By Nikki Buffa, Jennifer Roy, Joshua Bledsoe, and Samantha Yeager
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a significant regulatory change that could expedite the development of carbon capture and
In-scope entities should keep preparing for compliance with Senate Bills 253 and 261 as the lawsuit proceeds past an initial summary judgment motion.
By Joshua Bledsoe, Betty Huber, Nicole Valco, and Matthew Green
On November 5, 2024, in Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America et al. v. California Air
The vote follows the European Commission’s proposal to delay application of the regulation by one year.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
On 14 November 2024, the European Parliament (Parliament) voted in favour of the European Commission’s (Commission) to postpone the implementation of the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by one
The Prime Minister announced the new UK target of an 81% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
On 12 November 2024, the UK government announced a new climate target to reduce the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by
The announcement follows declarations to simplify regulatory frameworks for businesses, and an overall drive to increase competitiveness in Europe.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
On 8 November 2024, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicated that certain existing and future EU ESG reporting obligations will be consolidated
The green paper details plans to position the UK as a leader in green industries.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
On 17 October 2024, the UK government published “Invest 2035: the UK’s modern industrial strategy” (the strategy) for public consultation. The strategy sets out a 10-year
Assembly Bill 98 imposes stringent design requirements applicable to new and expanded warehouse development as soon as January 1, 2026.
By Marc Campopiano, Joshua Bledsoe, Brian McCall, and John Detrich
On September 29, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98) into law, marking a significant shift in the regulatory
Listed issuers will be subject to additional emissions disclosure requirements as the Singapore Exchange Regulation announces enhancements to its sustainability reporting regime.
By Paul A. Davies, Farhana Sharmeen, Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Kevin Mak
On 23 September 2024, the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) announced that it will begin
