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Important State Law Developments

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Companies doing business in Texas and California should be aware of the following state law developments, which could affect them....more

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Vinson & Elkins' Quarterly Securities & ESG Updates - Fall 2023

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Welcome to Vinson & Elkins’ Securities and ESG Updates. Our aim is to provide insights into notable developments in securities reporting and the environmental, social and governance space over the quarter and, where...more

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[Webinar] Risks, Opportunities, and Disclosure in the Era of Climate Change - April 27th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recently proposed landmark climate-related disclosure rules draw attention to a broad scientific consensus that to avert catastrophic consequences from climate change, the...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

From obligations to opportunities: Achieving the “E” in your ESG initiatives

The impetuses driving companies’ focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are plentiful, with oncoming regulatory requirements, demands from investors, lenders and shareholders, and other stakeholders, and...more

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ESG In The Crosshairs: 3 Strategies To Minimize The Release Of Fugitive Emissions

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As federal and state regulations continue to address energy industry emissions amid growing ESG pressure from investors, here are three ways companies can minimize the release of fugitive emissions...more

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SEC Kicks Off 2021 Agenda With Intense Focus on ESG Disclosures

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The global COVID-19 pandemic, severe weather events, and the social unrest unleashed in the United States over the past year have amplified the role of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) as a driving factor in...more

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Climate Change Disclosures High on SEC’s Agenda

In a series of recent public statements and announcements, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signaled that climate change disclosures will be front and center on its agenda....more

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Top 3 Challenges To Mitigating Gas Flaring & Why ESG Investors Should Care

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Here’s why institutional investors, private equity firms and oil and gas companies facing ESG challenges should take a closer look into how they can take an active part in mitigating gas flaring....more

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US Department of Labor Puts ESG Investing on Ice

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In its finalized rule amending ERISA, the DOL makes financial factors paramount in a fiduciary’s responsibility to investors. On October 30, 2020, the US Department of Labor (DOL) published Financial Factors in Selecting...more

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ESG Disclosure Trends in SEC Filings

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These are unprecedented times, and companies are facing important issues as they navigate the current economic, political, and social climate. The COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement have put the spotlight on...more

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