Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

Doing business in a sustainable and responsible way is not a fleeting trend but an essential aspect of entrepreneurial activity. Its cornerstones are environmental, social and governance considerations. They have an increasing impact on major corporate and investment decisions as well as on access to capital. At the same time, regulatory requirements are on the rise both nationally and internationally.

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We support our clients in this transformative process and jointly identify opportunities while minimising risks. Our advice is based on the extensive experience and expertise as a leading full-service law firm, in which our lawyers have advised clients for many years on all ESG-related issues.

Contact

Ingo Theusinger

Ingo Theusinger+49 211 49986154

Focus areas

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Climate Disputes

Mitigating the threats of climate change is a global political and social issue with far-reaching economic and legal implications. Governments are being ordered by courts to take more climate protection measures. Companies are being sued for their emissions and challenged in court to reduce them. Investors, claimants and consumers are calling for more transparency about climate-related risks.

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Corporate Governance

ESG issues are often an integral part of corporate business. Rising social and political expectations placed on organisations cover both chances and risks. Risks are mostly driven by non-compliance with statutory requirements and non-legal standards. In addition, ignoring market expectations could cause reputational damages. Chances are offered by cost savings through efficient resource usage, transparent reporting and communication. Therefore corporates have easier access to capital markets and higher customer traction and employee loyalty.

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Energy Transition

The economy and society are in the grip of unprecedented changes. Climate change, decarbonisation and sustainability are having an ever-greater effect on your business decisions. As thought leaders and pioneers of the energy transition, we help you recognise opportunities and potentials, work out strategies and establish new business models.

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ESG Compliance

Climate change, carbon footprint and human rights are just some of the topics that are important for ESG. ESG compliance faces particular challenges.

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Green Claims

For years, sustainability and environmental aspects have become increasingly important in society. This is also true in advertising for products, but also for companies, as is shown by corporate sustainability reporting and sustainability ratings by private rating agencies.

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Green and Sustainable Finance

Transitioning to a sustainable economy requires substantial investment and innovative approaches to problem-solving. Consequently, there is an unprecedented need for green and sustainable finance. Our economy relies on cutting-edge financing models and tools to realign business models and to enable the essential steps towards sustainable transformation. Our team, consisting of experts from various practice groups, supports this process and provides comprehensive, and practical solutions from a single source.

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Supply Chain Compliance

Supply chains are the lifelines of our economy. In recent years, they have faced increasing regulation. As one of many consequences, companies must address risks associated with their own economic activities as well as those within their supply chains. They are also required to implement adequate compliance processes. Issues related to human rights, the environment and climate change are becoming more and more critical. Due to the complex and dynamic nature of these challenges, companies must deal with a wide array of legal issues.

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Regulatory & Environment

The political measures against the climate crisis lead to a multitude of highly complex regulatory changes that companies and public decision-makers often need to adapt to at short notice. To tackle these challenges, affected companies and decision-makers must develop economically viable and legally compliant sustainability strategies. Our advisors specialising in regulatory issues are here to assist you with every step of the way.

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39 results

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Report

Noerr study on how ESG influences corporate transformation

02.07.2024

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The path to decarbonising the economy: New momentum for creating the hydrogen economy

31.05.2024

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Supply chain compliance: CSDDD and EU Forced Labour Regulation coming soon

26.04.2024

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ECHR rules on three “climate complaints” – a groundbreaking success for future climate-related legal actions?

16.04.2024

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CSDDD update: Breakthrough in European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)?

21.03.2024

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Green light for CCS and CCU – German federal government presents key issues paper

01.03.2024

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Update to the Car Energy Consumption Labelling Regulation – Amendment to car labelling requirements adopted

15.02.2024

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European Supply Chain Act (CSDDD) nearing the finish line

15.12.2023

Team

Ingo Theusinger

Ingo Theusinger

Rechtsanwalt (Lawyer)

+49 211 49986154

Michael Brellochs

Michael Brellochs

Rechtsanwalt (Lawyer), Attorney-at-Law (New York)

+49 89 28628361

Meike von Levetzow

Meike von Levetzow

Rechtsanwältin (Lawyer), certified specialist in banking and capital markets law

+49 30 20942344

Christian Alexander Mayer

Christian Alexander Mayer

Rechtsanwalt (Lawyer)

+49 89 28628233

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