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Group of House Democrats Publish Policy Blueprint for Economic and Climate Resilience

Posted on October 22, 2026

Posted in Environmental, Social, and Governance

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The project offers an early indication of the policy ideas and priorities Democratic legislators may advance in 2027.

By Jean-Philippe Brisson, Nikki Buffa, and Betty M. Huber

On September 15, 2026, nine members of the US House of Representatives, in partnership with the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition Institute, released the Thriving Economy Project, a menu of policy ideas setting out an economic and climate agenda for 2027. The report includes nine chapters, each of which was developed…

European Commission Publishes EU ETS Review, Proposing Significant Reforms

Posted on July 30, 2026

Posted in Carbon Offsets, Environmental, Social, and Governance, European Environmental and Public Law

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The proposed changes to the carbon pricing policy intend to balance industrial competitiveness with climate goals.

By Michael D. Green and James Bee

On 17 July 2026, the European Commission (Commission) presented its review of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), alongside an Electrification Action Plan. The EU ETS is the EU’s flagship carbon pricing mechanism, under which businesses in select industries must surrender and/or pay for allowances for each tonne of carbon they emit, creating a financial…

European Commission Opens Consultation on Future CSDDD Guidelines

Posted on June 17, 2026

Posted in Environmental, Social, and Governance

The consultation will shape practical guidance for companies navigating EU due diligence obligations.

By Michael D. Green, Betty M. Huber and James Bee

Key Points:

A new consultation will shape upcoming CSDDD guidelines, providing practical guidance as well as support for Member State authorities.
The consultation questionnaire covers a broad range of themes, from identifying adverse impacts to use of digital tools and safeguards for small- and medium-sized enterprises.

On 14 June 2026, the European Commission (Commission) opened a…

European Commission Releases New EU Deforestation Regulation Measures

Posted on May 7, 2026

Posted in Environmental Regulation, Environmental, Social, and Governance, European Environmental and Public Law

The Commission has unveiled a package of EUDR measures aimed at providing guidance and easing implementation.
The delegated act will adjust the range of commodities and products falling within the EUDR’s scope.
The Commission has confirmed that it will not reopen the text of the EUDR, so companies should continue preparing for the 30 December

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The Conclusion of the Sustainability Omnibus Process

Posted on April 13, 2026

Posted in Environmental, Social, and Governance

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The Sustainability Omnibus has led to substantive amendments to the EU CSRD, EU CSDDD, and EU Taxonomy, bringing clarity on next steps.

By Michael D. Green, Betty M. Huber, David Little, James Bee, and Toon Dictus

On December 2025, after months of negotiation, the EU finalised Directive 2026/47, also known as the Detailed Omnibus Directive (Detailed Directive), which forms part of the first Omnibus package on sustainability. The Detailed Directive has resulted in substantive amendments to…

EU Sustainability Omnibus Published in the Official Journal

Posted on February 27, 2026

Posted in Environmental, Social, and Governance, European Environmental and Public Law

The publication marks the finalisation of the Sustainability Omnibus process, resulting in increased certainty for businesses.

By Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Toon Dictus

On 26 February 2026, the EU’s Omnibus I Directive, otherwise known as the Sustainability Omnibus, which introduces significant amendments to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), was published in the Official Journal of the European Union.

The Directive will enter into force on 18 March…

UK Government Launches First PFAS Plan to Address and Mitigate Harmful Impacts

Posted on February 11, 2026

Posted in Chemical Regulation, Environmental, Social, and Governance

The UK government’s PFAS Plan is built on three pillars: understanding PFAS sources, tackling PFAS pathways, and reducing ongoing exposure.
Initiatives under the plan focus on increased research, monitoring, and evaluation,

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ESG and Sustainability Insights: 10 Things That Should Be Top of Mind in 2026

Posted on January 8, 2026

Posted in Air Quality and Climate Change, Environmental, Social, and Governance

This year we expect ESG/sustainability to be influenced by several macro trends, including technology, geopolitics, and capital markets.

By Paul A. Davies, Betty M. Huber, and Michael D. Green

In 2026, we expect that business and legal leaders who successfully disentangle and separate economic, political, and legal risk with a clear strategic focus will be best able to capitalize on ESG/sustainability imperatives.

Interest rates are expected to fall across many key markets, which will likely lead to an…

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