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Topic: Legislation and Regulation
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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.
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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.Â
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Navigating the New EU Sustainability Reporting and Due Diligence Regulations
This article delves into the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), a groundbreaking regulation within the European Green Deal aimed at enhancing corporate responsibility for environmental and human rights impacts.
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Next Steps for CSDDD Success: Powering ESG Compliance with Data Across Europe and Latin America
This webinar explored the critical role of proper data collection and management in preparing for ESG-related regulations such as CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive), with a focus on their impact on global south value chains. The discussion emphasised global policies and the importance of data in setting proper…
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The EU Sustainability Regulatory Framework – Finding your Way Through the Maze
The article provides an overview of the EU’s comprehensive regulatory framework for sustainability, designed to drive the sustainable transformation of the economy.