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ESG – Environmental, social and governance

How global businesses can gain first mover advantage with natural capital

Businesses should consider their supply chains in the light of the currently voluntary TNFD disclosure framework on their impact on
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

UK general election 2024: environmental law aspects | Government launches survey for post-implementation review of Habitats Regulations | Council adopts
UK General Election

UK general election 2024: what will a new government mean for business growth?

We explore the policies for growth of the two main UK political parties fighting to form the next government, and
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2024

Environmental Crime Directive published in Official Journal | UK Forest Risk Commodities scheme on the back burner | CSDDD receives
Energy and Energy Transition

Italy tightens the rules on PV plants with the new Agricoltura decree-law

The installation of photovoltaic plants with ground-mounted modules is not permitted in areas qualified as 'agricultural' by zoning plans, with
Managing greenwashing risk

UK FCA confirms final guidance to accompany anti-greenwashing rule

Firms should review all communications that refer to the sustainability characteristics of products and services
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2024

European Parliament adopts new certification framework for carbon removals | European Parliament adopts position on soil monitoring directive | EU
Energy and Energy Transition

Smart Power | UK energy market strategy in 2025, repowering and ethical supply chains

Welcome to the latest edition of Smart Power, Osborne Clarke's specialist service for asset managers within the green energy sector.
ESG – Environmental, social and governance

What is natural capital and what does it mean for investors and lenders in the UK and Europe?

While some natural capital-related regulatory requirements may currently only be voluntary, or not yet catch financial institutions, there may be
Competition, antitrust and trade

UK competition regulator issues fresh guidance on green collaborations for sustainability

CMA charts way for businesses to navigate sustainability concerns in supply chains while maintaining competition
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2024

BNG requirements for small sites come into effect from April 2024 | Extended producer responsibility for packaging waste: reporting changes
Energy and Energy Transition

Government publishes second consultation on electricity market arrangements in Great Britain

Direction of market reform becomes clear as focus of consultation narrows to four key challenges