Looking ahead at the key global ESG themes in 2023
Net zero and energy transition
In this topic, we cover the following:
- Energy transition
- Financing net zero
- COP28 and climate transition plans
- Carbon markets
Greenwashing and litigation risks
In this topic, we cover the following:
- Regulators foreshadowing a "crackdown" on greenwashing in 2023
- Other litigation risks
Sustainable finance
In this topic, we cover the following:
- Funds, asset managers and banks
- Green, social, sustainable and sustainability-linked bonds
- Sustainable derivatives and structured products
Increased ESG regulation and disclosure requirements
In this topic, we cover new ESG regulatory regimes:
- At the global level
- How the EU continues to lead the charge
- Other countries following suit
- Other key changes to keep a look out for
New human rights and environmental due diligence requirements
In this topic, we explore the new due diligence regimes that also play into the overarching ESG theme of greater transparency and accountability to enable key stakeholders to make better informed decisions and is a good illustration of how the “S” and “G” elements of ESG are developing into mandatory requirements.
ESG in M&A
In this topic, we look at how the market remains optimistic and that the fundamentals that drive ESG-influenced dealmaking are still in place, with strategic and financial buyers likely to take advantage of better-priced opportunities for growth.
Continued investor engagement and shareholder activism on ESG issues
In this topic, we explore some of the shareholder-led resolutions on climate and other ESG-related issues that have already been filed in advance of the 2023 AGM season.
Social aspects of ESG on the rise
In this topic, we cover the following:
- Reporting: EU leading the way
- ESG - the link with pay
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Net zero and energy transition
Net zero and energy transition
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Greenwashing and litigation risks
Greenwashing and litigation risks
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Sustainable finance
Sustainable finance
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Increased ESG regulation and disclosure requirements
Increased ESG regulation and disclosure requirements
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New due diligence requirements
New due diligence requirements
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ESG in M&A
ESG in M&A
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Continued investor engagement and shareholder activism on ESG issues
Continued investor engagement and shareholder activism on ESG issues
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Social aspects of ESG on the rise
Social aspects of ESG on the rise
Key global ESG contacts
For more information on how our ESG team can support you, please get in touch with one of the contacts below.
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