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Sweeping changes suggested to the EU Sustainability Framework
In this article, GAIL Europe outlines the most important suggested changes to the CSRD and CSDDD, also touching on the Taxonomy and CBAM and assesses the impact of these changes on global sustainability.
Discussion paper: Sustainable Fiduciary Duties
This discussion draft examines how fiduciary duty law can contribute to addressing the climate crisis.
A Few Words from the GAIL President
Michael Ryland, the President of GAIL, shares his thoughts on the practical side of Impact law, where theory meets action. Read the article to find out more.
Tariff Threats May Slow Private Equity’s Nearshoring Bets in Mexico
The article by The Wall Street Journal highlights how tariffs on Mexican products are impacting private equity-backed companies that have relocated operations to Mexico due to geopolitical shifts and the pandemic.
Long-term adaptation project offers blueprint for scalable ‘high-impact’ private sector climate funding
Multiple law firms are backing a Save the Children Global Ventures project, boosting long-term climate resilience in African tea-growing communities
ESG Watch: New SEC rules under Trump turn up the heat for sustainable investors
The Reuters article highlights the growing challenges faced by sustainable investors as new SEC rules under the Trump administration restrict shareholder proposals and reduce investor influence on corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives.
Holding corporations accountable for ‘zombie wells’
This article by Client Earth reports on the millions of “zombie wells” which are releasing harmful chemicals and contributing to climate change. ClientEarth is taking a stand by representing Colorado landowners in a class action lawsuit aimed at holding these corporations accountable. Find out more here.
The Growth and Formalisation of Impact Investing in Asia
Find out more about growth and formalisation of Impact Investing in Aisa in the Compass Series which explores the forces propelling impact investing’s growth in Asia.
Greenpeace Issues Legal Warning Against Loyens & Loeff Over Ties to JBS Restructuring
Greenpeace has issued a legal warning to Dutch law firm Loyens & Loeff over its role in JBS’s corporate restructuring, arguing it may violate Dutch financial and anti-money laundering laws. Read More here.
Could every business be a force for good within 10 years?
This article by B Lab UK, unveils an ambitious 10-year strategy aiming to transform all UK businesses into forces for good.