While 2022 showed that the sustainable debt market is not impervious to overall economic slow-down (particularly in the capital markets), 2023 demonstrated its resiliency, even in a high-interest rate market. Notwithstanding...more
ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is everywhere. From landmark climate regulations approved in Europe in June to new ESG disclosure rules in China, from sustainable investments growing by double-digit multiples to...more
Under pressure from shareholder groups, investors and customers, you might already have “green initiatives” in your business plan, and you probably have already identified risks related to climate change and other social and...more
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is currently at the forefront of discussions around trade and export finance, yet its application in this field is still unclear. At a time where a lot of money is moving from...more
In this episode, Akin Gump’s Amy Kennedy and Stacey Mitchell, two of the firm’s ESG group co-heads, walk listeners through environmental, social and governance considerations for business. Among the topics covered: - U.S....more
The Situation: Given the negative impact that sustainability-related risks can have on investment returns, investors, banks, and borrowers alike are increasingly focusing on environmental, social, and governance ("ESG")...more