Net zero commitments: the need for careful planning, implementation and monitoring
In this article, Sarah Ellington and Philippa Beasley examine some of the main criticisms of net zero claims made in recent reports by advocacy organisations.
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Landmark UNHRC decision finds Australia’s climate change mitigation policy violates human rights
A recent landmark UNHRC decision in favour of eight Torres Strait islanders found that Australia had breached their human rights by failing to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change.
Where are we with Net Zero? A look into decarbonising the construction sector
A review of the recent judgment of R v Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, the impact on the UK Government’s Net Zero Strategy and where that leaves the construction industry.
Climate Change Litigation: Where are we now?
In this article, we discuss the increasing risks relating to climate change litigation (including as highlighted by recent reports) and what businesses should do to mitigate them.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 126
In Commercial Disputes Weekly we consider a crucial decision holding the UK Government to account for failing to comply with its obligations to achieve net zero. We also look at the ever controversial issue of liquidated damages, a stealth jurisdiction argument and an unsuccessful challenge to the Court of Appeal’s approach to allowing grounds of appeal.
Energy Insights Webinar: COP26 Special Edition13 October 2021
With serious climate-related disasters on the rise globally, the appetite, and indeed need, to tackle climate change and build a more sustainable future has never been higher on the personal, economic and political agendas. But what can we really expect from COP26 and will it deliver its ambitious goals? To find out, join our webinar!