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Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

The King's Speech: Environment and Sustainability aspects | Court confirms nutrient neutrality and Habitats Regulations assessment requirements apply to discharge
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

ESG Knowledge Update | July 2024

Welcome to our Osborne Clarke ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Energy and Utilities

'Wind of change': Labour government lifts de facto ban on onshore wind in the UK

The swift move indicates a strong early commitment to the green economy and to reform of the UK's planning system
The Built Environment

Is Belgian real estate ready for the new rules for electric vehicles from 2025?

Obligations are changing for the installation of charging stations and infrastructure in Belgium
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 Utilities

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 Utilities

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.