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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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The King's Speech: Environment and Sustainability aspects | Court confirms nutrient neutrality and Habitats Regulations assessment requirements apply to discharge of planning conditions | Nature-related litigation: emerging trends

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ESG Knowledge Update | July 2024

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:45:38 +0100

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

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'Wind of change': Labour government lifts de facto ban on onshore wind in the UK

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:44:06 +0100

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The swift move indicates a strong early commitment to the green economy and to reform of the UK's planning system

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Is Belgian real estate ready for the new rules for electric vehicles from 2025?

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:40:36 +0100

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Obligations are changing for the installation of charging stations and infrastructure in Belgium

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How global businesses can gain first mover advantage with natural capital

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:49:04 +0100

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Businesses should consider their supply chains in the light of the currently voluntary TNFD disclosure framework on their impact on nature

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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UK general election 2024: environmental law aspects | Government launches survey for post-implementation review of Habitats Regulations | Council adopts EU Nature Restoration Law

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UK general election 2024: what will a new government mean for business growth?

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:16:13 +0100

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We explore the policies for growth of the two main UK political parties fighting to form the next government, and how they will impact business

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2024

Fri, 31 May 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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Environmental Crime Directive published in Official Journal | UK Forest Risk Commodities scheme on the back burner | CSDDD receives final votes

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Italy tightens the rules on PV plants with the new Agricoltura decree-law

Fri, 17 May 2024 13:41:01 +0100

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The installation of photovoltaic plants with ground-mounted modules is not permitted in areas qualified as 'agricultural' by zoning plans, with certain exceptions

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UK FCA confirms final guidance to accompany anti-greenwashing rule

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:10:03 +0100

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Firms should review all communications that refer to the sustainability characteristics of products and services

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2024

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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European Parliament adopts new certification framework for carbon removals | European Parliament adopts position on soil monitoring directive | EU Environmental Crime Directive receives formal approval

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Smart Power | UK energy market strategy in 2025, repowering and ethical supply chains

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:09:07 +0100

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Welcome to the latest edition of Smart Power, Osborne Clarke's specialist service for asset managers within the green energy sector.

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What is natural capital and what does it mean for investors and lenders in the UK and Europe?

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:48:37 +0100

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While some natural capital-related regulatory requirements may currently only be voluntary, or not yet catch financial institutions, there may be merit in complying early

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UK competition regulator issues fresh guidance on green collaborations for sustainability

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:50:02 +0100

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CMA charts way for businesses to navigate sustainability concerns in supply chains while maintaining competition

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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BNG requirements for small sites come into effect from April 2024 | Extended producer responsibility for packaging waste: reporting changes coming into force 1 April 2024 | CSDD gets through vote from Council of the EU

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Government publishes second consultation on electricity market arrangements in Great Britain

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:48:44 +0000

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Direction of market reform becomes clear as focus of consultation narrows to four key challenges

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Spring Budget 2024: Unprecedented boost for UK offshore wind sector?

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:09:54 +0000

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Chancellor confirms the total subsidy as the CfD AR6 budget is announced

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2024

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Understanding the biodiversity net gain regime | Enforcement against polluting water companies to ramp up | Consultation on increase charges for water discharges

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Spring Budget 2024: what business tax measures can the UK expect?

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:07:08 +0000

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Tax cuts are expected in the chancellor's statement on 6 March – but they may be limited

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What do businesses need to understand about the UK biodiversity net gain regime?

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:16:22 +0000

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Businesses should prepare as the mandatory regime goes live on 12 February 2024

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What legal developments can businesses in the UK expect in 2024?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:53:50 +0000

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Our Knowledge Team looks at what lies ahead for business law

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Government delays mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain to January 2024 and publishes first statutory instruments | Government launches consultation on the proposed rules to govern carbon capture transportation and storage networks | UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements

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Products | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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General Product Safety Regulation comes into effect | Right to repair – what's next in 2024? | UK's new International Recognition Procedure goes live

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Development of the transmission grid

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 15:02:42 +0000

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The deadlines for making allegations on the proposed modification of specific aspects of the current plan and for submitting proposals for the development of the electricity transmission grid in the 2025-2030 timeframe are now open.

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Administrative procedures for the construction and operation of biomethane projects

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:07:44 +0000

The production of biomethane has become increasingly important for the energy transition and the reduction of carbon emissions into the atmosphere. Given the recent interest and increased momentum in this type of project, in this article we outline some of the main permits and administrative procedures required for the construction and operation of a biomethane plant, as well as for the distribution of the gas generated and its connection to the gas grid.