12/08/2023
Market appetite for a PFI ‘reset’ offers scope for advancing UK ‘net zero’ agenda
This environment could provide fertile ground for public and private partners to deliver meaningful change in the decarbonisation of real estate assets
Planet SOS
12/05/2023
How the financial sector helps tackle climate change
As recognised by EU Institutions, the financial sector can guide the shift towards a more sustainable economy
12/01/2023
Biodiversity net gain planning regime set for England from 2024
Natural England has now published a habitat management and monitoring plan template to guide this process.
12/01/2023
Hogan Lovells Amsterdam advises the Joint Lead Managers on Rabobank's first Green Covered Bond issuance
On 22 November 2023, Rabobank issued EUR 1,250,000,000 Green Covered Bonds.
11/29/2023
ESG investments & the scope of a trustee’s powers in Guernsey
Partner and Practice lead of the Guernsey Litigation team Abel Lyall, Knowledge Lawyer Iona Mitchell and Associate Mariam Marquard consider the scope of trustees' investment powers and duties in the ESG context in Guernsey.
11/29/2023
Fifty Billion Trees in the Middle East (And what it has to do with us)
Some may be surprised that a region that possesses 48% of the world's oil reserves is now pivoting to a sustainability and renewable energy agenda.
11/24/2023
Luxembourg Sets Pace for Private Credit in Europe
Private credit has been a key beneficiary of this mood and Luxembourg has been right at the centre of this activity as a primary jurisdiction for private credit in Europe.
11/13/2023
The Energy Act 2023 – changes to the regulation of radioactive waste disposal
The changes made to the Nuclear Installations Act 1965
11/10/2023
Singapore to import low-carbon electricity from Vietnam
In 2021, Singapore announced its intention to import up to 4GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035.
11/06/2023
Asia's blueprint for a sustainable era: Leading with innovation
Erlene emphasizes the unique position of family offices in this space.
11/01/2023
CMA guidance to help businesses collaborate on environmental sustainability
The UK approach to sustainability is limited to environmental protection aspects.
10/31/2023
Leading decarbonisation work continues as Herbert Smith Freehills advises Edify Energy on 185 MW / 370 MWh battery energy storage system
This deal is another example of Herbert Smith Freehills’ market-leading work in the clean energy sector.
10/30/2023
Energy Act passed to deliver UK energy security and net zero transition
In support of that aim, the government has established a new corporate body, Great British Nuclear (GBN), to promote, support and drive new nuclear power projects in the country.
10/26/2023
Advancing Net Zero: The EU and UK in International Climate Action Forums
International forums play pivotal roles in shaping climate policies and sustainable finance strategies
10/26/2023
Ashurst OSP wins Projects, Energy and Infrastructure Law Firm of the Year at ALB Indonesia Law Awards 2023
The team advises on a wide range of industries from renewables to oil & gas, and mining to infrastructure.
10/23/2023
Investing in a New World - ESG considerations for settlors and trustees of Cayman Islands trusts
Examples of ESG investments include investments in businesses such as wind farms and solar power initiatives
10/20/2023
Sustainability among new focus in revised OECD corporate governance principles
The inclusion of a new sustainability chapter is one of the key features of the updated principles.
10/18/2023
Biomethane production can help Ireland reach its net zero targets
Biomethane production can help Ireland reach its net zero targets
10/17/2023
Cricket Square Gains a Tree Thanks to Jubilee Initiative
The initiative encourages individuals, schools, constituencies and corporations to plant native and endemic plants with cultural significance as a lasting legacy of the Platinum Jubilee.
10/10/2023
UK transition plan disclosures framework finalised
The framework is initially voluntary for businesses to adopt, but it is expected to form the basis of legal and regulatory requirements in the UK in due course.