September 26, 2024
Directors’ Duties Navigator: Climate Risk and Sustainability Disclosures
Climate change is a material, systemic and financial risk to corporations and their shareholders. This navigator on directors’ duties helps directors make informed decisions and understand their legal duties regarding how to manage that risk and understand the broader climate-related regulatory landscape in which they operate. This is the 4th edition of the previously titled ‘Primer on Climate Change: Directors’ Duties and Disclosure Obligations.’
In this navigator, directors can dive into information on over 30 jurisdictions which is relevant to their board duties and responsibilities, including:
- Government and regulatory approaches to climate change
- Sustainability and climate-related disclosure requirements
- Liability risks for companies and directors
- Practical tips for directors