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PCAF Launches Consultation on New Methodologies for the Global GHG Accounting and Reporting Standard

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The consultation covers new methodologies for the financial sector’s GHG emissions reporting, including regarding avoided emissions, or “scope 4” emissions. On 3 December 2024, the Partnership for Carbon Accounting...more

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FORMS 10-K AND 20-F - Preparing for your Annual report

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This guide discusses important themes and trends for the coming annual reporting season. It also includes a “housekeeping checklist” designed to assist you as you prepare your annual report. ANNUAL CYBERSECURITY...more

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Sustainable Business Practices: Legal Considerations and Opportunities

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Many consumers consider a company’s environmental impact before making a purchase, driving the need for sustainable business practices. Embracing sustainability not only meets consumer demand but also presents various legal...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

ESG Guidepost | Issue 20

Katten ESG Guidepost is a monthly publication highlighting the latest news, legal and regulatory developments involving environmental, social and governance matters....more

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Navigating the Evolving Era of Greenwashing Regulations in the Fashion Industry

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In recent years, sustainability and ESG compliance have become pivotal factors in consumer purchasing decisions. The fashion industry – from luxury to high street brands to online fast fashion retailers – as a significant...more

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Directors' Responsibilities for Sustainability Reporting—ASIC's Views

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Introduction - When directors and officers of reporting entities are assessing how to prepare for complying with the new sustainability reporting obligations, it is tempting to look to the Australian Securities and...more

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The EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive is final: how can companies prepare?

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This is an update to previous bulletins on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) which we published in June and September 2024. In a decisive move that marks a new chapter for corporate...more

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November 2024 ESG Policy Update—Australia

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Australian Update - Appointment of the Inaugural Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner - On 11 November 2023, the Attorney-General announced the appointment of Chris Evans as the inaugural Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner...more

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Public Consultation on the Brazilian Sustainable Taxonomy

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Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has initiated a public consultation on the Brazilian Sustainable Taxonomy (TSB), a fundamental instrument for classifying and defining the compatibility of economic activities and investments with...more

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EY Survey Reveals Emerging 'Say-Do' Gap between Sustainability Reporting and Investing

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EY just released its 2024 Institutional Investor Survey, for which it surveyed 350 investment decision-makers from institutions around the world, including asset management firms, wealth management firms, insurers and pension...more

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EU Adopts ESG Ratings Regulation: Strengthening Transparency and Reliability in Sustainable Finance

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On 19 November 2024, the Council of the European Union formally adopted the new ESG Ratings Regulation (the “Regulation”), following a proposal from the European Commission on 13 June 2023 and an agreement with the European...more

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October 2024 ESG Policy Update–Australia

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On 25 September 2024, the Federal Court ordered a large superannuation trustee (Trustee) to pay the highest penalty imposed for greenwashing conduct yet–AU$12.9 million. This comes off the back of the Federal Court in early...more

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UK Corporate Briefing - December 2024

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Welcome to the Corporate Briefing, where we review the latest developments in UK corporate law that you need to know about. ...more

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Milieudefensie v Shell: Dutch Appeals Court Overturns Ruling That Shell Must Reduce Its CO2 Emissions by 45%

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On 12 November 2024, a Dutch appeals court ruled that Shell does not have to reduce its CO2 emissions by 45% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels, as previously ordered by the Hague District Court on 26 May 2021. Shell now has the...more

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EU Adopts Ban on Products Made With Forced Labour

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The Forced Labour Regulation creates a framework for investigation and enforcement against products made with forced labour. On 19 November 2024, the EU Council (Council) adopted a regulation prohibiting products made with...more

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Reporting Requirements Under the European Sustainability Reporting Standards

Organisations are facing a new era of nonfinancial reporting with the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), now in effect. CSRD reporting is standardised through the European Sustainability...more

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COP29 Update - Decarbonising the Built Environment: the Challenges and Opportunities

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The decarbonisation of the built environment is likely to be on the UK Government’s agenda as it looks to make good on its commitment at COP29 to cut carbon emissions by 81% from 1990s level by 2035. How will this be...more

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State ESG Update and Analysis for Asset Managers and Financial Institutions

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As we discussed in our white paper “ESG and Public Pension Investing in 2023: A Year-to-Date Recap and Analysis”, there was a surge in legislative activity in 2023 among red states curtailing the use of environmental, social...more

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The Pitfalls of “Green Washing”

In a significant development for the investment management industry, a large adviser agreed to pay a hefty $17.5 million civil penalty to settle charges with the SEC over misleading statements about its Environmental, Social,...more

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Actualités en matière de lutte contre la corruption en France et en Europe

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Deux études particulièrement intéressantes ont récemment été publiées par l’Agence Française Anticorruption (l’AFA) et la Commission européenne dans le domaine de la lutte contre la corruption. La première étude publié...more

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EU Commission Suggests Potential Consolidation of ESG Reporting Frameworks in 2025

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The announcement follows declarations to simplify regulatory frameworks for businesses, and an overall drive to increase competitiveness in Europe. On 8 November 2024, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen...more

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Integrating Sustainability into Transportation Contracts: A Guide for Shippers

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As concerns about environmental degradation and climate change intensify, shippers across a wide variety of industry verticals are seeking ways to make their supply chain operations more environmentally sustainable....more

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ESG Regulations: Legal Requirements for Modern Businesses

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In 2023, over 76% of the largest U.S. companies identified climate-related risks in their corporate disclosures, a 68% increase from the previous year. These companies publish Environmental, Social, and Governance reports in...more

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Australia Greenwashing: Half-Yearly Review of ASIC and ACCC Prosecutions – and ACCC Position on Environmental Collaborations

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In Brief - The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) continue to be vigilant and seek significant penalties for alleged "greenwashing" (misleading...more

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SGX RegCo to Incorporate IFRS Standards Into Mandatory Climate Reporting Rules

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On 23 September 2024, the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) announced that it will begin incorporating the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (IFRS Standards) issued by the International Sustainability Standards...more

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