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ESG Knowledge Update | November 2024

Welcome to our Osborne Clarke ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Decarbonisation

New climate finance – a steep climb up the COP29 hill?

Discussions continue on the next stage of climate financing, to replace previous annual goals set for contributing countries
Energy and Utilities

The Energy Transition | UK government confirms bonus scheme for offshore wind

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero
Energy and Utilities

The Energy Transition | NESO lays out ambitions for UK clean power by 2030

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero
The UK Budget

What do venture capitalists need to know about the UK government's policies?

Tax changes and growth plans pose opportunities and challenges for the venture capital community
Energy and Utilities

The Energy Transition | Autumn Budget 2024

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2024

UK ETS publishes consultation on aligning free emissions proposal with UK CBAM in 2027 | Further amendments on monitoring and
Decarbonisation

EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: how to stay ahead of the 'carbon curve'

Businesses should review their supply chains, 'importer' status and data collection – and be aware a UK CBAM is pending
Financial Services

Where next for UK green consumer finance?

The search is on for market solutions, from property-linked finance to consumer credit reform
Energy and Utilities

'Red alert': EU Renewable Energy Directive's third edition rolls out in the Netherlands

What changes will RED III bring for Dutch renewable targets and related legal procedures and what is its status?
Energy and Utilities

Harnessing the breeze: co-location could unlock the potential of UK onshore wind

Co-location offers an opportunity to boost the drive towards net zero and innovative ways to maximise efficiency
Intellectual property

Global disputes over solar PV patents are on the rise this decade

Litigation in areas such as TOPCon and thin-film tech could disrupt the market significantly as rights holders enforce patents