The first U.K.-EU summit since Brexit was held in London on May 19, 2025 to reset the relationship for greater mutual benefit. An ambitious Strategic Partnership was agreed to drive progress on a renewed agenda for EU-U.K....more
In sync with the German cherry blossom, the new coalition of CDU/CSU (conservative) and SPD (social democrats) published their coalition agreement on 9 April 2025. Following the formal approval of the agreement by the parties...more
Over the last few months, most of the attention in the climate space in the U.S. has been on the dramatic, and expected, shift in federal government policy. However, some “blue state” officials continue to seek to advance...more
Welcome to Edition 30 of P2N0 covering the drive to avoid, reduce and remove greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to reach net-zero emissions (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short form,...more
In our latest round-up of developments in ESG for UK clients, we cover the following topics: North Sea Transition Taskforce Report with recommendations for the UK’s energy transition New B Corp rules unveiled Delay to...more
This article explores how legal frameworks, procurement strategies, and engineering practices must evolve to address this clash, drawing lessons from sectors such as aviation and offshore wind. It argues that standard...more
On April 11, 2025, the Marine Environment Protection Committee (“MEPC”) of the International Maritime Organization (“IMO”) announced the approval of a long-awaited framework to reduce greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions from the...more
Welcome to Edition 29 of P2N0 covering the drive to avoid, reduce and remove greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to reach net-zero emissions (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short form,...more
Welcome to Edition 28 of P2N0 covering the drive to avoid, reduce and remove greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to reach net-zero emissions (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short form,...more
SAF: Understanding Lifecycle Emissions - The Executive Summary to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Net Zero Roadmaps1 acknowledges that aviation is “one of the hardest sectors to decarbonize” but notes...more
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released a 132-page draft revision of the Corporate Net-Zero Standard (Version 2.0). Key proposed changes include...more
Welcome to Edition 27 of P2N0 covering the drive to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short form, focusing on policy settings and legal...more
The office market was thrown into turmoil in the post-pandemic shift towards flexible working. Businesses battled with uncertainty over the future of the workplace and whether big glossy office spaces would become obsolete in...more
Discover the evolving policies and regulations of the European Union and United Kingdom, with both issuing landmark legislation in the energy storage. EUROPEAN UNION DEVELOPMENTS EU energy storage initiatives are a key part...more
Welcome to Edition 26 of P2N0 covering the drive to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short form, focusing on policy settings and...more
US formally submits notification of withdrawal from Paris Agreement. On January 27, 2025, Dorothy Camille Shea, the US acting ambassador to the United Nations, submitted a notification of withdrawal from the Paris Agreement...more
Welcome to Edition 24 of P2N0 covering the drive to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero (NZE). Wishing you a belated Happy and Prosperous Year of the Snake. P2N0 identifies significant news items globally,...more
Over the past several weeks, each of the major US banks have announced their withdrawal from the Net Zero Banking Alliance (presumably in response to the policy priorities of the second Trump Administration). Although...more
The UK government’s support for onshore wind farms as part of its broader strategy to combat climate change and transition to greener renewable energy sources has fluctuated over recent years however it looks to be firmly...more
The Withdrawal - The United States’ Acting Ambassador to the United Nations (U.N.) submitted a notification of withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on January 27, 2025, which is set to become effective one year after...more
Great Britain’s Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer has shaken up the British political scene since July 2024, including making a priority of a “Net Zero” policy regarding energy generation and use in the United Kingdom. Led...more
Last week, the Boston Zoning Commission adopted Net Zero Carbon (NZC) zoning. As addressed in our 2021 and 2023 advisories, this completes a three-part decarbonization strategy, along with the Specialized Energy Code and the...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
Environmental claims are a powerful tool for companies to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and connect with values-driven consumers. However, these claims are facing increased legal scrutiny, as governments and...more