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Submission to federal Ministers Champagne and Guilbeault on Amendments to CBCA Regulation
The Canada Climate Law Initiative (CCLI) proposes amending the regulations pursuant to the Canada Business Corporations Act Regulations to promote the management of climate-related financial risk and opportunities in a vital portion of the economy and lead to a more resilient economy. The CCLI proposes a new subsection under s. 72 of the Canada Business […]
Read moreNavigating the rising tide of greenwashing
In this publication by MinterEllison, the authors explore the latest trends, sharing insights and practical tips from recent regulatory investigations and greenwashing litigation in Australia and globally.
Read more2022 Canadian Pension Climate Report Card
Shift’s inaugural Canadian Pension Climate Report Card analyses the climate policies and strategies of Canadian pension funds based on public information disclosed to December 31, 2022.
Read moreBiodiversity Risk: Legal Implications for Companies and their Directors
This paper by the Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative analyses the relevance of biodiversity risks to companies and economies in the discharge of directors’ legal duties globally.
Read moreThe Transition Plan Taskforce Disclosure Framework
This sector-neutral framework provides recommendations for companies and financial institutions to develop gold-standard transition plans. The Framework was open for consultation until 28 February 2023 with feedback received informing the final Framework to be published in Q4 2023.
Read moreIntegrity matters: Net zero commitments by businesses, financial institutions, cities and regions
Report from the United Nations’ High-Level Expert Group on the Net Zero Emissions Commitments of Non-State Entities
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