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The Net-Zero Industry Act

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In order to reach its “net-zero” goals, the European Union is continuing to build out a regulatory framework focused on scaling up the investment into the manufacturing and development of “net-zero technologies”. The latest...more

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Carbon Quarterly – Volume 9

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Carbon Quarterly is a newsletter covering developments in carbon policy, law, and innovation. No matter your views on climate change policy, there is no avoiding an increasing focus on carbon regulation, resiliency planning,...more

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Q&A with Andie: Energy Tax Credits For A New World - Part I: Overview of Energy Tax Credits under the IRA

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Signed into law on August 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is the most significant long-term commitment made by the U.S. government to encourage and support a clean energy future. The IRA modifies and revises the...more

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Federal Agencies Join White House in Outlining Principles for Voluntary Carbon Markets

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On May 28, multiple federal agencies in conjunction with the White House published a Joint Policy Statement that laid out the principles for the further development of future, high-integrity voluntary carbon-credit markets....more

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ESG—Australia - Carbon Offsets: Australian Regulatory Framework

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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

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The Climate Report | Second Quarter 2024

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REGULATORY ISSUES & UPDATES - Recent Evolution of the European Regulatory Framework on Greenwashing - Two new Directives adopted by the EU in 2024—the "Empowering Consumers Directive" and the "Green Claims...more

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Impact of EPA's New Limits on Greenhouse Gas Emissions

On April 25, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a set of rules aimed at cutting air, water, and land pollution from fossil fuel-fired plants. The rules would require existing coal-fired and new gas-fired...more

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U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel Merger: A Potent Catalyst for U.S.-Japan Relations and Technological Advancement

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As the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel garners global attention, its implications extend far beyond mere corporate gains. This merger symbolizes a strengthening of the crucial U.S.-Japan...more

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Four Key Takeaways from Saul Ewing's 2024 Energy & Environmental Conference

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Understanding the complex intersection of environmental regulations intended to combat climate change between now and 2050 while responding to the U.S. tech economy’s exponential growth in energy demand will require...more

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Singapore’s Carbon Regulations: Paving The Way For The Green Plan 2030

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Recognising the threat of climate change and the importance of sustainable development, Singapore has made a commitment to establishing a robust framework of environmental and climate change laws and regulations – an...more

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

Update on New York City Local Law 97: Relaxed Rules Impact the First Compliance Period

Jan. 1, 2024, not only marks the start of the new year, but also the start of the first compliance period for building owners under Local Law 97 (LL97), New York City’s (NYC) trailblazing law that imposes limits on greenhouse...more

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COP28: Outcomes & Next Steps

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The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (“COP28”) reached a significant development in international climate policy, ending with the “first Global Stocktake” calling for a “transition away from fossil fuels in...more

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Massachusetts Climate Chief Recommends Changes to Address Climate Crisis

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Massachusetts Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer’s must-read report, which was released on October 25, 2023, and issued pursuant to Section 3(b) of Executive Order (“EO”) No. 604 outlines...more

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Avoiding disputes in projects aimed at reducing emissions

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The Middle East’s ambitions for achieving Net Zero mean there is a wealth of opportunity for projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions. However, these projects will require careful navigation of the growing labyrinth of...more

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Perspectives on the energy transition in emerging markets

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Much has been made of the need for a just energy transition, where developing economies are supported to achieve Net Zero. But there’s also a vast amount of climate innovation taking place outside the West that has the...more

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Decarbonisation in Africa

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As the world focuses on energy transition and decarbonisation, there is clearly no shortage of bold ambition on the part of many African governments to play a key role in global efforts to tackle climate change. Meanwhile,...more

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Nine key takeaways from the UAE's new Hydrogen Strategy

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The UAE published its long-awaited hydrogen strategy last week, aiming to outline the key steps needed to position the UAE as a top global producer of low carbon hydrogen by 2031 and to support the UAE’s announced target of...more

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This Week’s Climate Policy Update - November 2023 #2

Good afternoon! This is Akin’s newsletter on climate change policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major climate policy headlines from the past week and forthcoming climate-related events and hearings...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

United Nations Releases First Global Stocktake on Parties’ Achievements Under the Paris Agreement

On September 8, 2023, the United Nations published its first Global Stocktake report on the progress made by nations in addressing climate change. The report, which represents the first comprehensive assessment of nearly 200...more

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Energy & Climate CounselFoley Hoag LLP Anticipating the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s ESG Disclosure Rules and...

As more advisory services, investment companies, and public companies have publicized their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a set of new rules...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

This Week’s Climate Policy Update - August 2023

Good morning! This is Akin’s newsletter on climate change policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major climate policy headlines from the past week and forthcoming climate-related events and hearings... ...more

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Boston Bans Fossil Fuels in New and Renovated City Buildings

On July 31, 2023, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu signed an executive order ending the use of fossil fuels in new construction and major renovations of city-owned buildings. Although city buildings comprise a small percentage of...more

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European RED III Seeks to Promote the Use of Green Hydrogen

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Renewable fuels of non-biological origin would play an expanded role in satisfying EU decarbonisation targets. The European Council has formally endorsed the proposed amendments to Directive (EU) 2018/2001 on the...more

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This Week’s Climate Policy Update - June 2023 #2

Good evening! This is Akin’s newsletter on climate change policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major climate policy headlines from the past week and forthcoming climate-related events and hearings…...more

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Regulated Markets, Generation Planning, and Carbon Reduction: The Ongoing North Carolina Case Study

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Counsel Benjamin Smith presented an ePoster on North Carolina’s Carbon Plan and the future of generation planning in the state during the American Clean Power Association's (ACP) 2023 CLEANPOWER conference in New Orleans....more

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