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Top 10 Lessons of Keystone XL When Seeking U.S. Government Approval of a Cross-border Pipeline

This checklist includes ten considerations derived from the U.S. Keystone XL case, regarding seeking U.S. government approval of a cross-border pipeline.
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Mining in Turkey: Ten Things to Know

<a href="http://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/middle-east/knowledge/publications/80049/mining-in-turkey-ten-things-to-know">Mining in Turkey: Ten Things to Know</a> A review of legal issues related to mining in Turkey. Includes brief overview of legislation, licensing, environmental protection, and investment.
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Yolo County Receives Recognitions for Use of Green Power

The Green California Leadership Awards were established to recognize outstanding environmental achievements in governments who undertake publicly financed and executed projects that provide a measurable benefit to the natural or human environment.

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International Comparative Legal Guide to Renewable Energy 2025

Global Legal Group

Wed, 10/23/2024 - 10:42

162 pages

This multi-jurisdictional guide provides an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding renewable energy across a range of jurisdictions.

Topics covered include the renewable energy market, sale of renewable energy and financial incentives, consents and permits, and storage.

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Interest Area: Environmental, Energy and Public Utility

Region: Global, Austria, Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Portugal, Romania, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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International Comparative Legal Guide to Mining Law 2025

Global Legal Group

Wed, 10/23/2024 - 10:23

146 pages

This guide provides an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding mining law across a range of jurisdictions.

Topics covered include the acquisition of rights, ownership requirements and restrictions, transfer and encumbrance, environmental aspects, and land rights.

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Interest Area: Environmental, Energy and Public Utility

Region: Global, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Japan, Mexico, Namibia, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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SEC Adopts Sweeping New Climate Disclosure Requirements for Public Companies

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 15:36

6 pages

On March 6, 2024, the US Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") finalized new climate disclosure rules for public companies, mandating comprehensive reporting on climate-related risks and their impacts on business operations. This article explores the details of the new requirements, the rationale behind the changes, and the implications for corporate transparency in addressing climate risks.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics, Environmental

Region: United States
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