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UK government to boost production of hydrogen from biomass

It also hopes to support the development of novel biohydrogen technologies

New plans announced to boost England’s biodiversity

The latest consultation concerns the “practical and legal implementation details of the new biodiversity net gain requirement for development”.

Regulators to re-energize enforcement efforts globally, with growing personal liability for directors and a focus on ESG

Other key trends that are reshaping risk include a growing collaboration between regulators, an increased personal liability for directors and technology risks including the criminal misuse of cryptocurrencies.

Caribbean Regulatory Update - Q1 2022

Licensees are also encouraged to take account of relevant enactments and sectorial risk assessments when updating their policies and procedures

Hogan Lovells advises EDF on its Social Sustainability-Linked Credit Facility

This credit facility builds on EDF’s existing €4 billion ESG-indexed credit facility which we advised on as part of its ESG strategy to build a net zero energy future and to provide innovative solutions and services in order to help save the pl

Carey Olsen advises on the launch of Gresham House British Sustainable Infrastructure Fund II

The overall investment approach and anticipated outcomes aim to be well aligned to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

The UK Energy and Infrastructure Market: Reviewing 2021 and What's to Come in 2022

The start of 2021 saw the end of the Brexit implementation period.

Government taken to court over inadequate climate strategies

Friends of the Earth says the government's "shocking" and "lacklustre" commitments are not enough to deliver a low carbon future

Climate failure and social crisis top global risks 2022

Top risks are climate crisis, growing social divides, heightened cyber risks and an uneven global recovery, as pandemic lingers on

World in transition: Five themes

That’s why we’re focusing on five themes of change affecting companies and markets.

Private investors are crucial to the future of ESG

Here's how they can find their voice.

Islands get environmental boost from HSBC green campaign

A total combined donation of more than £53,000 has been donated to these partner charities.

CMA seeks global approach to regulation of mobile ecosystems

The CMA is expected to publish its final report by 14 June 2022.

EU to set up a system to certify carbon removals in 2022

The EU Commission will propose a certification system for carbon removed from the atmosphere next year, it has announced.

Human rights gaining ground in ESG litigation

Part of the claim is that the polluting countries are breaching their right to exercise outdoors and live without anxiety.

Baker McKenzie's boosts environmental, social and corporate governance offering with the appointment of Ruth Dawes

Ruth is familiar with all aspects of environment and planning law, with particular experience advising on major projects, sustainability, renewable energy zones and transmission infrastructure.

New guidance issued on environment-related advertising issues

“The timing of this guidance is no coincidence. We expect to see enforcement of the rules in earnest by the CMA and ASA right from the start of 2022,” she added.

In 2022, companies will wake up to the risks of greenwashing

In November 2021 courts in Australia granted a shareholder access to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s internal documentation to check if the bank complied with its own climate change policy in lending to oil and gas projects.

The impact of COP26 announcements on financial institutions

The UK government’s ambition as host of COP26 was to build on the goal set by the Paris Agreement – to limit the global average temperature increase to well below 2°C, preferably to 1.5°C, in comparison to pre-industrial levels.

COP26 and the future of environmental regulation

The Court then considers turnover. Southern Water was deemed a ‘very large’ organisation because its turnover greatly exceeded the threshold for large organisations.

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