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Topic: Legislation and Regulation
Draft Model Clauses for Responsible Investing: Call for Consultation
The American Bar Association’s Business Law Section, in collaboration with the Responsible Contracting Project and the UN Principles for Responsible Investing, has launched a groundbreaking initiative: the Responsible Investor Model Clauses (RIMCs). Find out more.
Deforestation under fire – the EU regulations reshaping global trade
This article by ENS explores the European Union’s new Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which is set to take effect on December 30, 2025, and which aims to prevent deforestation-linked commodities from entering the EU market.
True & Fair Project:
The True & Fair Project has released a new guide to assist UK company directors who recognise the importance of incorporating sustainability-related information into their financial statements to ensure a true and fair view.
GAIL Inaugural Africa Impact Journal
Introducing the Africa Impact Journal, a dedicated platform for African lawyers driving social and environmental change. As impact law has long been part of African legal practice, this journal highlights the challenges and opportunities of working in a complex and evolving landscape.
How well is law and policy keeping up with climate goals? And what does this mean for mining in Africa?
This session featured special guests who explored the state of play of net zero regulation and policy across different jurisdictions and how these legal developments are affecting the business of mining in Africa.
State of Social Procurement:
The World Economic Forum’s latest report sheds light on a growing challenge in global supply chains: the rise of social issues.
A New Oxford study revealing how economic policies align with climate goals
A new study by Oxford University to see expert insights into the legal and regulatory shifts driving climate action in Africa and beyond.
Adaptation is crucial: Why lawyers must evolve to protect clients – and the planet
As the legal landscape shifts, so too must the role of solicitors. “Adaptation is Crucial: Why Lawyers Must Evolve to Protect Clients – and the Planet” explores the growing need for solicitors’ fiduciary duties to evolve in response to emerging client needs and global sustainability goals.
GAIL Asia Pacific presents Issue 4 of the Impact Lawyers Journal
We are delighted to introduce the fourth edition of the Impact Lawyers Journal, crafted by the dedicated members of GAIL Asia Pacific. This publication serves as a platform for impact lawyers to exchange insights and expertise, with a special emphasis on topics relevant to the Asia Pacific region.
Analysis of ESG disclosures: Companies move forward, but more specific data is needed
This article discusses the work by Frank Bold which analyses ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) disclosures from 250 European companies, highlighting progress and persistent gaps.