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Europe’s PE market braces for impact

M&A Explorer | Despite a slow start to the year, fundraising for impact strategies in Europe is on the rise and the long-term prospects are bright

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ESG liability and litigation risks with a focus on Germany: Greenwashing
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EU adopts new rules for deforestation-free products
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Insightia's Corporate Governance in Europe 2023 Report and Podcast

In collaboration with White & Case on shareholder activism in the UK, France and Germany.

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Global IPO markets pause to take a breath

Inflation concerns, rising interest rates and the specter of war cast a more sober tone over equity markets in 2022 and through Q1 2023, throttling appetite for IPOs in most regions—but not all

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IPO hopefuls digest forthcoming regulatory changes

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has plans to regulate SPACs more closely and mandate ESG reporting—sponsors and companies should pay close attention

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Global IPOs: Seeking signs of stabilization

Global IPO markets faced unexpected headwinds in 2022, prompting some to postpone their deals until the dust settles, but the market remains resilient

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EU proposes Green Claims Directive to combat greenwashing
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Sustainability-linked and green loans hold ground in volatile market

Debt Explorer | Sustainability-linked and green loan issuance in the US proved resilient in 2022 despite overall dislocation and disruption in loan markets

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Webinar: The fight against forced labor in supply chains: How to stay compliant in the US, EU and UK
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Carbon rights

Identifying legal frameworks for developing countries to address climate change

Navigating the difference between ESG and pro bono
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Navigating the difference between ESG and pro bono

A conversation with Jacquelyn MacLennan, EU competition and trade law partner, Global Pro Bono Practice Leader (2015 – 2022) and Business & Human Rights Interest Group member

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A sustainable bond

Facilitating green and blue bonds in Africa

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The European Commission loosens State aid rules to foster energy transition and prevent the flight of green technologies from Europe
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Digital Transformation & Green Transformation Webinar Series Season 2
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Lexology Getting the Deal Through : Energy Disputes 2023 - Belgium
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Nine developments and trends shaping US shareholder activism in 2023

Following a busy 2022, a range of factors will likely influence activist campaigns during 2023 

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Foreign direct investment reviews 2023: Türkiye

Making Türkiye an attractive investment destination continues to be a priority for the government.

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Foreign direct investment reviews 2023: Germany

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy continues to tighten FDI control, but the investment climate remains liberal in principle.

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US and EU Commit to Making Deal on Electric Vehicle Subsidies; Unveil more Cooperation on Green Energy and Economic Security
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The EU Agreement on a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
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US sustainable bond market well positioned despite general slowdown in bond financings

Although the issuances of sustainability-linked bonds declined by more than a third in 2022, government focus on delivering net-zero carbon emissions and companies and investors prioritizing ESG bode well for long-term SLBs prospects

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ACCC announces its Compliance and Enforcements Priorities for 2023/24
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Emerging Fundamentals in Climate Mitigation Through ITMO Transactions Under Paris Agreement Article 6.2
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Asian ESG debt markets take a breath after record run

Debt Explorer | Although ESG and green debt activity in Asia may have slowed somewhat in 2022, it is now an established feature of the market

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Growing focus on a fair and inclusive energy transition

Integrating the principles of a just transition will increasingly be at the core of energy transition strategies

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Supply Chain Compliance with Human Rights and Environmental Obligations

What Companies Need to Know to Protect Imports and Avoid Penalties in the United States, the European Union, and Germany

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ESG & EPC: A Match Made for Real Estate Finance Heaven?
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Climate Resilience as a Proposed New Feature of Sovereign Debt Instruments
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There is no turning back for the global energy transition

M&A Explorer | Ambitious net-zero targets will unquestionably be the biggest catalyst for M&A in the energy sector for years to come

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The decisive decade: The race to net zero gets underway

The US made its energy transition intentions clear when the administration announced its commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2050—the clock is ticking, but how will M&A play a part?

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Philippines Climate Change Report: Implications for Carbon Majors
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Due Diligence in Supply Chains – Update on corporate human rights and environmental due diligence requirements in the EU and Germany
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WROs, UFLPA and revised CTPAT

What importers need to know to comply with the US' growing arsenal of customs laws in the fight against forced labor

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European Parliament and Council Reach Agreement on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and EU Emissions Trading System
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Asia's development banks must set standards for smart technologies

Financing of infrastructure projects should require protections for privacy

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Corporate Sustainability Reporting: New EU rules for large companies and listed SMEs
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Credit where credit's due: Who's benefiting from the voluntary carbon market?

Projects that protect and restore the environment improve carbon storage and strengthen the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, says Dan Collison, Chief Executive of Farm Africa.

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Article 6 of the Paris Agreement: Opportunities for Africa

The possibility of climate markets has finally materialized into the draft stage at COP27, but many crucial decisions that would allow for carbon trading to begin in earnest were deferred to COP28.

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Energy Transition: COP & Industry Impact

The 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP27) brings together countries to address global climate change issues.