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Business Better Podcast Episode: Sustainability Spotlight – A Conversation with Vicinity Energy
Powering Through the Environmental Challenges of EV Development - Energy Law Insights
Wiley's 10 Key Trade Developments: U.S.-EU Global Arrangement
Regulated Markets, Generation Planning, and Carbon Reduction: The Ongoing North Carolina Case Study
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West Virginia vs. EPA: An Environmental Regulations Case with Broad Implications for Agency Power
CCUS: Understanding The Class VI Permitting Process
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Monthly Minute | Green Technology Resources
JONES DAY TALKS®: Carbon Markets are Booming, and Regulators are Watching
Carbon Capture & Storage: The Race To Net Zero
A Discussion on Environmental Commodities with Bill Flederbach, President and CEO at ClimeCo
Carbon Capture, Use, and Sequestration (CCUS) Webinar
Climate Change: What’s Next With Regulation and Renewable Energy
Propel: The road to zero emissions in Oxford, UK
Nota Bene Episode 101: Catching up with Global Climate Regulation with Nico van Aelstyn
Videocast: Section 45Q Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) credit
Senate Bill 375 and Susatainable Communities Strategies
Companies doing business in Texas and California should be aware of the following state law developments, which could affect them....more
Many US-based multinationals are required to comply with current UK climate disclosure requirements. Last month during London Climate Action Week, the UK launched three consultations on sustainability reporting, which are...more
Environmental General Counsel (“EGC”) Founder and Principal Catherine W. Johnson recently interviewed Ferruccio Bongiorni, Founder and Managing Director of Studio Bongiorni located in Milan, Italy, about sustainability issues...more
New Carbon Removal Certification Framework in Europe - A voluntary certification framework adopted by the EU aims to enhance the credibility and transparency of carbon removal activities within the EU to support its...more
On 26 February 2025, the European Commission (EC) unveiled a series of proposals (the Omnibus package) that could have far-reaching implications for corporate sustainability and environmental regulations....more
The first EU Omnibus packages, introduced by the European Commission on February 26, 2025, consolidate proposals across multiple legislative areas, focusing on simplifying regulations in corporate sustainability reporting,...more
The European Commission published an "Omnibus" package of proposed changes on 26 February, marking the start of a process that could result in significant changes to key EU laws on sustainability reporting, diligence and...more
The Commission’s proposal seeks to reshape EU Sustainability requirements by amending CSRD, CSDDD, EU Taxonomy, and CBAM. On 26 February 2025, the European Commission (Commission) published its much-anticipated first...more
In late 2023, California enacted “first-of-its-kind” climate-related disclosure laws comprising the following: Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (California Senate Bill 253 (SB253)) – relating to greenhouse gas...more
On February 26, the European Commission released a series of key proposals and communications to reshape the European Union’s (EU) regulatory framework. Alongside the overall framework communication Clean Industrial Deal, the...more
On 26 February 2025, the European Commission (“Commission”) published its “Omnibus I” or “Sustainability Omnibus” package as part of its mission to improve the competitiveness of the European Union. The Omnibus Package...more
Australian - Update Mandatory Climate-Related Financial Disclosures Come Into Effect - The first phase of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Financial Market Infrastructure and Other Measures) Bill 2024 (Cth) (Bill) commenced on...more
Today in the United States, there is no federal comprehensive statute addressing climate change. With the Trump Administration now in power, it is doubtful that any such statute will be forthcoming anytime soon. ...more
Australian Update - Australia Commits AU$75 million to Singapore's FAST-P Clean Energy Transition Initiative - On 3 December 2024, the Australian Government approved an AU$75 million equity investment in the Singapore...more
In recent years, sustainability and ESG compliance have become pivotal factors in consumer purchasing decisions. The luxury fashion industry, as a significant contributor to CO2 emissions, faces increasing scrutiny in this...more
Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” was one of the highest grossing music tours of all time with approximate proceeds exceeding US$1 billion. While this is a monumental feat, Taylor Swift also gained negative attention during the tour...more
Corporate sustainability continues to evolve, and keeping pace in 2024 means confronting five big questions. For proponents of ESG (environmental, social & governance), 2023 might have felt like a big setback. Asset...more
Australian Update - Warnings Issued About Active Investment Greenwashing As reported by the Australian Financial Review, Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has warned that superannuation funds who justify...more
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
Over the past four years in the United States, there has been an increasing disconnect between public and private action on climate. The current administration de-prioritized (and many believe sabotaged) any efforts to...more
UK organisations have grappled in recent years with CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme (“CRC”) and with the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (“ESOS” - now in its second phase). Now it is time to get to grips with Strategic Energy...more