- Managers of Wealth - Legal - Wealth, private banking and asset management news and opinion

Don't Choose Extinction

The amount spent directly on these subsidies could pay for COVID-19 vaccinations for every person in the world

US FSOC Report: Climate-Related Financial Risk an Emerging Threat

The Report details the information currently available with respect to banks, nonbank lenders, government-sponsored enterprises, insurance, and fund and asset managers, but notes that there is limited research and data on how climate risk translates into

Enhanced climate change reporting requirements coming soon

The Government is also consulting on draft guidance on the Statement of Investment Principles (SIP) and the Implementation Statement (IS).

Second UK infrastructure assessment ‘should focus on climate goals’

Better carbon data would be helpful to enable NIA2 to enable the infrastructure sector to meet carbon goals

Under 1% of $27 trillion global fund assets are paris-aligned

The research is based on CDP temperature ratings

UK net zero strategy ‘a missed opportunity’ to harness nuclear potential

In its strategy the government set out its plans to decarbonise the UK’s power system by 2035 and reflected on the potential impact of the electrification of core sectors of the economy, perhaps most notably transport, and the knock-on demand for in

Shoosmiths named environmental champion at Belfast Chamber’s business awards

The firm is also a founding member of the Northern Ireland Clean Hydrogen Group, which was launched to support the growth of the clean hydrogen economy in Northern Ireland.

Spotlight on COP26: Resetting the NDCs

We discuss what might be in store for NDCs at next week's landmark summit, and the implications for businesses.

Hogan Lovells to host Great Green Wall session at COP26: UN Climate Change Conference 2021

At the conference, the firm will host a documentary and panel discussion with our social impact client the Great Green Wall

Climate Financial Risk Forum Guide 2021 - Managing legal risk

There is also an excellent Climate Data and Metrics report which was driven by Impax and Willis Towers Watson which shares key insights from thematic work across the Forum and applies these insights to an illustrative climate disclosure dashboard.

Norton Rose Fulbright named ‘ESG Legal Advisor of the Year’ at inaugural IJGlobal ESG Awards

Norton Rose Fulbright was shortlisted for the award based upon its extensive breadth of ESG-related work and activity over the last year.

The London Stock Exchange introduces new climate reporting guidance for issuers

The guidance will help companies in London integrate climate risks and opportunities into operational decision making and report carbon performance.

MUFG Research reveals challenges of transition towards a greener carbon neutral world ahead of COP26

Collective energy transition will determine success

Asian Development Bank raises climate finance target to US$100bn

The plan is expected to be ready for the COP26 climate conference in November.

AG named as one of Europe's top 5 most innovative law firms

AG is committed to always finding the smartest ways to deliver the biggest impact for our clients, colleagues and communities around the world

Ireland Budget 2022: government must act now on decarbonisation

The 2022 budget is marked by a strong carbon thread, and in introducing a carbon tax and related provisions

Culture – A Practical Framework for Sustainable Change

Innovative resource guides organisations on their approach to cultural progression.

Is sustainability really changing the M&A deal landscape?

The combination of political and regulatory pressure is beginning to have a significant impact on the allocation of capital and that impact is only likely to grow.

COP26: African countries stand to gain from climate change conference

The CVF manifesto is the latest expression by those in climate vulnerable countries of their needs ahead of COP26, and is consistent with public statements to date.

Sustainable evolution post FATF

The process of coming out of the Grey List has not been an easy one and has underlined a key issue

Planet SOS