The Act demonstrates the UK’s renewed commitment to reaching net zero and paves the way for players in key industries to achieve their targets.
By Tom Bartlett, Paul A. Davies, JP Sweny, Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Samuel Burleton
On 26 October 2023, the UK Energy Act 2023 (the
We discuss key regulatory trends and strategies to consider when pursing US transmission and interconnection opportunities.
By Tyler Brown, Marc T. Campopiano, and Jennifer K. Roy
Renewable energy production has grown at an exponential clip over the past decade, with continued strong expansion expected because of declining costs, numerous governmental incentives, and long-term
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.
By Laura N. Ferrell, Sarah E. Fortt, Betty M. Huber, Paul A. Davies, Nicola Higgs, Anne Mainwaring, Karmpreet (Preeti) Grewal, Austin J. Pierce
The agency’s two recent actions introduce enhanced restrictions on hydrofluorocarbons and provide a series of compliance dates for industry stakeholders.
By Stacey VanBelleghem and Jennifer Garlock
On October 5, 2023, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued two rules, one final and one proposed, to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) under the bipartisan American Innovation and
The framework claims to set the “gold standard” for companies to contribute to the net zero transition while emphasising ambition, action, and accountability.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
The UK Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) launched its transition plan disclosure framework (the Framework) at the London Stock Exchange on
Regulators are pursuing steep fines in response to widespread alleged noncompliance with an emissions rule still subject to potential reversal by the courts.
By Joshua T. Bledsoe, James Friedland, and Jennifer Garlock
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The EU regulators are reviewing the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation introduced in 2021, exploring the need for potential additional adjustments.
By Paul A. Davies, Nicola Higgs, Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Anne Mainwaring
On 14 September 2023, the European Commission initiated a consultation on its sustainable financial disclosure practices, seeking
The draft New Measure aims to enhance the environmental integrity of China’s carbon market by introducing new requirements for project registration and credit issuance.
By Paul A. Davies, Jean-Philippe Brisson, Michael Dreibelbis, and Qingyi Pan
China is preparing to relaunch its carbon credits program, the Chinese Certified Emission Reduction (CCER) Scheme, after
The ACCC sets out best marketing practices and companies’ obligations under the Australian Consumer Law, including strict penalties that may follow.
By Paul A. Davies, Sophie J. Lamb KC, Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Aleksandra Dulska
In July 2023, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) published draft guidance (Draft
The Green Technical Advisory Group, which is guiding the UK government’s implementation of a UK Green Taxonomy, has issued detailed advice for the upcoming legislation.
By Paul A. Davies, Michael D. Green, and James Bee
In September 2023, the Green Technical Advisory Group (GTAG), chaired by the Green Finance Institute, has released four