Environmental

Businesses globally are transitioning to long term sustainability goals focused on environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”). The Indian ESG landscape saw multiple regulatory developments in 2023, aligned with global regulations such as European Union’s (“EU”) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive 2021, German Corporate Supply Chain Due Diligence Act 2023, etc.

Given India is a favourable destination from an ease of doing business perspective, it is strategically imperative for companies and their counsels to stay abreast with the rapidly evolving ESG landscape and deepen their understanding of the disclosure requirements and the impact of the regulatory developments on the corporate legal practice.

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the rapidly evolving ESG landscape in India:

What we will cover:

- ESG regulatory landscape in India:

• BRSR, BRSR Core and its alignment with international principles.
• Green credit rules 2023 – key opportunities for foreign businesses, eligibility, reporting and disclosures for foreign investors.
• Carbon credit trading scheme and CBAM – risks, challenges and opportunities for foreign investors + regulators  approach on international transfers of credits.

-ESG considerations in Renewable Energy Sector

• Regulatory framework, government initiatives and incentives to foreign players
• Regulated sectors for environmental clearances and parameters for granting clearance
• Land acquisition – social and financial challenges

-ESG considerations in M&A transactions

• Environmental and Social approvals + Commercial impact
• Supply Chain management and ESG Integration
• Suggestions and way forward/future reporting

Generously sponsored by Khaitan & Co. 

Businesses globally are transitioning to long term sustainability goals focused on environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”). The Indian ESG landscape saw multiple regulatory developments in 2023, aligned with global regulations such as European Union’s (“EU”) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive 2021, German Corporate Supply Chain Due Diligence Act 2023, etc.

Given India is a favourable destination from an ease of doing business perspective, it is strategically imperative for companies and their counsels to stay abreast with the rapidly evolving ESG landscape and deepen their understanding of the disclosure requirements and the impact of the regulatory developments on the corporate legal practice.

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the rapidly evolving ESG landscape in India:

What we will cover:

- ESG regulatory landscape in India:

• BRSR, BRSR Core and its alignment with international principles.
• Green credit rules 2023 – key opportunities for foreign businesses, eligibility, reporting and disclosures for foreign investors.
• Carbon credit trading scheme and CBAM – risks, challenges and opportunities for foreign investors + regulators  approach on international transfers of credits.

-ESG considerations in Renewable Energy Sector

• Regulatory framework, government initiatives and incentives to foreign players
• Regulated sectors for environmental clearances and parameters for granting clearance
• Land acquisition – social and financial challenges

-ESG considerations in M&A transactions

• Environmental and Social approvals + Commercial impact
• Supply Chain management and ESG Integration
• Suggestions and way forward/future reporting

Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

Of the number of legal issues companies and their in-house counsel face in their day-to-day, environmental considerations may not be a primary focus. However, with the recent uptick in enforcement and renewed focus on environmental policy and regulation at the local, state, and federal level, businesses who don't act to protect themselves could face potential legal ramifications: fines, lawsuits, and negative public perception as well as a possible risk to bottom line profitability.

Join ACC Northeast and Beveridge & Diamond for an informative webinar focusing on three major environmental issues affecting businesses in New England today, including:

1. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - While implementing ESG considerations is an important tool for managing and mitigating risk on a number of fronts, TD Bank ESG Counsel, Dylan King, will cover why it is increasingly a point of political contention here in the U.S.
2. Environmental Justice (EJ) - Beveridge & Diamond Associate, Lauren M. Karam, will review how EJ is rapidly evolving on both the state and federal level, and what this means for area businesses.
3. Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) - New England sits at the leading edge of PFAS regulation and litigation, and is now glimpsing at potential unintended consequences. Beveridge & Diamond Principal, Graham C. Zorn, will cover what has happened so far and what to expect next.

Generously sponsored by ACC Northeast and Beveridge & Diamond PC

 

Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

Of the number of legal issues companies and their in-house counsel face in their day-to-day, environmental considerations may not be a primary focus. However, with the recent uptick in enforcement and renewed focus on environmental policy and regulation at the local, state, and federal level, businesses who don't act to protect themselves could face potential legal ramifications: fines, lawsuits, and negative public perception as well as a possible risk to bottom line profitability.

Join ACC Northeast and Beveridge & Diamond for an informative webinar focusing on three major environmental issues affecting businesses in New England today, including:

1. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - While implementing ESG considerations is an important tool for managing and mitigating risk on a number of fronts, TD Bank ESG Counsel, Dylan King, will cover why it is increasingly a point of political contention here in the U.S.
2. Environmental Justice (EJ) - Beveridge & Diamond Associate, Lauren M. Karam, will review how EJ is rapidly evolving on both the state and federal level, and what this means for area businesses.
3. Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) - New England sits at the leading edge of PFAS regulation and litigation, and is now glimpsing at potential unintended consequences. Beveridge & Diamond Principal, Graham C. Zorn, will cover what has happened so far and what to expect next.

Net zero and ESG commitments are on the rise as they are key for companies who wish to credibly display their sustainability ambitions. By doing so, companies come under the scrutiny of regulators, NGOs and citizens and greenwashing concerns are easily raised. In this session, we will talk about the impact of sustainability commitments from a disclosure and reporting standpoint but also how you, as an in-house counsel can act to drive net zero commitments.

This panel features the following speakers:

Generously brought to you by ACC Europe

Net zero and ESG commitments are on the rise as they are key for companies who wish to credibly display their sustainability ambitions. By doing so, companies come under the scrutiny of regulators, NGOs and citizens and greenwashing concerns are easily raised. In this session, we will talk about the impact of sustainability commitments from a disclosure and reporting standpoint but also how you, as an in-house counsel can act to drive net zero commitments.

This panel features the following speakers:

CPD is available; A certificate of completion will be automatically provided upon completion of the course.

CLE credit may be granted in jurisdictions where self-filing is allowed. Please consult your jurisdiction for their self-file or independent study rules.

With Sustainability becoming an integral part of every company's business model and ESG being on the high-priority list of top management, in-house counsel should identify areas where they could carve-out a proactive role inside their organisations to contribute to their business longevity, in a context of constant evolution of legal and regulatory landscape.

Generously brought to you by ACC Europe

CPD is available; A certificate of completion will be automatically provided upon completion of the course.

CLE credit may be granted in jurisdictions where self-filing is allowed. Please consult your jurisdiction for their self-file or independent study rules.

With Sustainability becoming an integral part of every company's business model and ESG being on the high-priority list of top management, in-house counsel should identify areas where they could carve-out a proactive role inside their organisations to contribute to their business longevity, in a context of constant evolution of legal and regulatory landscape.

This program originally aired on 01/25/2023. Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

In this session, attorneys working in real estate and environmental law will present an overview on real estate law across various jurisdictions. A portion of this panel will discuss the basics of environmental due diligence in real estate transactions and recent updates to the United States American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standard governing Phase I environmental site assessments.

Generously sponsored by Primerus