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ISSB Implementation Across Asia - September 2024

In the December 2023 edition of Regulatory Updates in Asia ESG we provided an update on how jurisdictions across Asia are responding to the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards. Several regulators in...more

The Case Against SEC Final Climate Rules Begins in Earnest

The Eighth Circuit is poised to determine the fate of the SEC’s final climate regulation, potentially by the end of the year. On March 21, 2024, the US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit was selected as the court that...more

ESG Masterclass — Legal Risks Hiding in Your DEIB Programming [Video]

Latham’s ESG Masterclass video series offers a dynamic exploration of the ever-changing environmental, social, and governance terrain. Sarah Fortt, Global Co-Chair of the ESG Practice at Latham, and special expert guests...more

ESG Masterclass — ESG and Impact Investing [Video]

Latham’s ESG Masterclass video series offers a dynamic exploration of the ever-changing environmental, social, and governance terrain. Sarah Fortt, Global Co-Chair of the ESG Practice at Latham, and special expert guests...more

ESG Masterclass — Empowering Women and Girls in Sparking Lasting Change [Video]

Latham’s ESG Masterclass video series offers a dynamic exploration of the ever-changing environmental, social, and governance terrain. Sarah Fortt, Global Co-Chair of the ESG Practice at Latham, and special expert guests...more

The SEC’s Final Climate Disclosure Rules: Requirements, Practicalities, and Next Steps

The long-awaited rules, already at the center of political debate and litigation, represent another global regulatory effort to integrate climate considerations into financial reporting. On March 6, 2024, nearly two years...more

Fifth Circuit Presses Pause on SEC’s Final Climate Regulation

The court’s decision is the latest development in the litigation over the SEC’s final rules, which have faced numerous legal challenges since their adoption. On March 15, 2024, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit...more

ESG Masterclass — ESG and Politics [Video]

Latham’s ESG Masterclass video series offers a dynamic exploration of the ever-changing environmental, social, and governance terrain. Sarah Fortt, Global Co-Chair of the ESG Practice at Latham, and special expert guests...more

SEC Adopts Final Climate-Related Disclosure Rules

On March 6, 2024, in a 3-2 vote, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted final rules requiring registrants to disclose certain climate-related information in registration statements and annual reports. ...more

COP28: Key Takeaways From the Annual Climate Conference in Dubai

The first global stocktake, Article 6, carbon markets, new finance pledges, and the loss and damage fund formed the major developments at this year’s conference. Between November 30 and December 12, 2023, Dubai hosted the...more

FCA Publishes Final Rules on Sustainability Disclosures and Investment Labelling

The FCA’s long-awaited regime seeks to raise standards, increase consumer understanding, and reduce instances of greenwashing. On 28 November 2023, the FCA published its Policy Statement (PS23/16) containing final rules on...more

OCC, FRB, and FDIC Finalize Joint Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management

Guidance for the largest US financial institutions is intended to promote climate risk management consistent with general safety and soundness practices. On October 30, 2023, the three US federal bank regulatory agencies...more

California’s New VC Diversity Reporting Law Aims to Increase Transparency

Venture capital firms should begin planning now for compliance to avoid monetary penalties or court action. California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 54 (SB 54) into law on October 8, 2023. The bill is...more

SEC Adopts Changes to Names Rule for Registered Funds

The amendments aim to modernize the Names Rule and promote investor protection objectives by ensuring that a fund’s portfolio of holdings aligns with its name. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC or the...more

Timely ESG Updates for Public Companies Preparing Annual Reports

Developments span the climate disclosure landscape, risk factor disclosure, and diversity-related efforts. In advance of the annual shareholder proposal and annual reporting preparation season, we believe that a number of...more

UK Regulators Set Out Policy Proposals on Misconduct; Diversity and Inclusion

The FCA and the PRA have published their long-awaited consultations which aim to formalise how firms approach diversity and inclusion. On 25 September 2023, the FCA and the PRA published separate but related consultation...more

California Passes GHG Emissions Reporting and Climate-Related Financial Risk Legislation

Governor Newsom has committed to signing into law two bills that would require certain companies that do business in California to disclose their GHG emissions and climate-related financial risks. In January 2023,...more

TNFD Publishes Finalized Recommendations for Nature Related Disclosures

On September 18, 2023, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) published recommendations for organizations’ assessment, management, and disclosure of nature-related issues (the Recommendations). These...more

The PROVE IT Act: Proposed US Legislation Aiming to Collect Product-Level GHG Data Could Have Wider Implications

Data collected under the PROVE IT Act would measure the carbon emissions of certain goods in the US and other nations. On June 7, 2023, US Senators Chris Coons and Kevin Cramer introduced the bipartisan Providing...more

The Proposed ESG Auditing Rule You Know Nothing About

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board’s proposed auditing standards feature major implications for ESG that could upend corporate audits. On June 6, 2023, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), the...more

Five Strategies for Startups to Effectively Tackle ESG

As more public — and even private — companies will need to address ESG expectations, some simple strategies can help companies chart a course from the beginning. As the global focus on environmental, social, and...more

ISSB Issues Global Sustainability Disclosure Standards

On June 26, 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released its first two standards for sustainability disclosures, which are designed to facilitate the disclosure of sustainability-related information...more

Florida Law to Restrict the Use of Certain ESG Factors by Asset Managers and Financial Institutions

The legislation mirrors anti-“industry boycott” legislation introduced or passed in other US states and provides more explicit rubrics of prohibited factors. On May 5, 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law...more

ESG Initiatives Face Increased Pressure From Potential Antitrust Challenges

A recent letter from 21 state Attorneys General to various asset managers demonstrates a focus on using antitrust and unfair competition laws to oppose ESG efforts. Key Points: ..ESG investing initiatives are not...more

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