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Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers Insights include resources, news and thought leadership created by and for the community. Insights are intended tap into the knowledge of lawyers working across the spectrum of impact disciplines. Search for content by region, country or topic. If you are a GAIL member or partner and want to share news with the community, contact us.
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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.
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Event by Inside Practice – Legal ESG: Latin America
Taking place online on March 26, 2025, Legal ESG: Latin America offers law firm leaders, legal professionals, their clients, and top ESG experts an opportunity to collaborate, reflect on progress, tackle pressing challenges, and shape a future where sustainability and responsibility are at the core of the legal profession.
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Pensions for Purpose Events: May – June 2025
One of our members, Pensions for Purpose is holding a series of events through May and June. Find out more here.
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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.
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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.
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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.