Linklaters Italy ESG GEMS - March 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of our ESG GEMS.

In this issue, we examine a landmark climate litigation case from Italy and its implications for ESG concerns in Europe. We also look ahead to the critical EU policy developments expected in 2024, including the Parliamentary elections and the new Commission.

Progress within the EU is marked by the consensus on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, a significant step for corporate responsibility. We provide insights into this directive, including FAQs for detailed understanding, and cover the latest developments on consumer empowerment and the Green Claims Directive.

Featured content

• Italy: The “Last Judgement” - a halt for climate litigation?
• EU horizon scanning: what happens to pending proposals in the lead up to the EU Parliament elections in June?

ESG in General

• EU: New CSDDD compromise finally accepted by Member States
• EU: FAQs on the upcoming Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: what has changed?

Greenwashing

• The new EU Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition 
• EU Parliament adopts first reading position on the Green Claims Directive

In case you missed it

• Webinar: The Consumer Duty: greenwashing and promotions