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Greenwashing

Anticipating and mitigating greenwashing risks remains a key strategic issue for corporates and the financial sector, as governments and regulators across various jurisdictions make clear they will continue to scrutinise green claims closely. Green claims are also increasingly challenged in court, including by consumer protection authorities, NGOs, and competitor companies.

Getting it wrong can be a serious risk and the regulatory mechanisms and possible routes to liability can be myriad and complex. Our global, multi-disciplinary ESG team is experienced in advising clients on greenwashing risks and risk management in various sectors and contexts.

How Linklaters can help

  • Greenwashing litigation
  • Regulatory enforcement and investigations
  • Mitigating risks through tailored governance mechanisms

  • Greenwashing risks associated with sustainability disclosures and transition plans
  • How financial regulators are tackling greenwashing risks via rules relating to fund names, taxonomies, and transparency requirements in bonds

  • Managing internal and external stakeholders
  • Greenwashing risks in the voluntary carbon market

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