Recently, we discussed the reboot of the Prosper Africa Initiative by the Biden Administration, whose aim is to increase trade between U.S. companies and African countries and encourage investment across the African...more
On October 1, 2020, the fourth edition of the Equator Principles came into effect. This fourth edition expands the scope of infrastructure projects that are captured by the principles and creates additional obligations for...more
Following an extensive consultation process, the Equator Principles Association (EP Association) adopted a fourth iteration of the Equator Principles (EP4) on 18 November 2019. Originally, EP4 was due to come into effect on 1...more
The transition from EP3 to EP4 has the potential to significantly impact new projects and expansions of existing projects financed by EPFIs in the United States and other high-income Designated Countries - The Equator...more
The Equator Principles have been one of the principal frameworks for managing sustainability and ESG risk in projects by financial institutions since 2003. The latest update – known as EP4 – renews the focus on human rights...more
The transition from EP3 to EP4, now postponed to October 1, 2020, will significantly impact projects in the United States and other high-income Designated Countries. The Equator Principles (EPs) were recently updated and...more
Updated Equator Principles with stronger standards and a broader scope were finalized in November 2019 and are set to come into effect in July 2020. ...more
The Equator Principles Association (“EPA”) recently released an updated draft of the Equator Principles (“EP4”) with the proposed revisions focusing on four areas: i) social impact and human rights; ii) climate change; ...more
The Equator Principles Association (EPA) has released the much-awaited draft text of Equator Principles 4 (EP4). Further consultation of the draft text will be coordinated by the EPA in July and August, and it is anticipated...more