Corporate Crime – Companies may now be held liable for criminal conduct of senior managers
The Crime and Policing Act introduces criminal liability for companies where a senior manager commits an offence in the UK.
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Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: a New Era for Responsible Business
The CSDDD introduces binding sustainability due diligence obligations, reshaping corporate governance, value chain responsibility and liability risks for large EU and non‑EU companies.
Key trends in African critical mineral projects – Importance of ESG considerations in critical minerals projects
In the third of our series of articles looking at key trends in African critical minerals projects, we consider the importance of ESG considerations in critical minerals projects.
Key trends in African critical mineral projects – foreign direct investment and geopolitical dynamics
In the second of our series of articles looking at key trends in African critical minerals projects, we consider the role of foreign direct investment and geopolitical dynamics.
Key trends in African critical mineral projects – The role of infrastructure corridors
In the first of our series of articles looking at key trends in African critical minerals projects, we consider the role of infrastructure corridors.
ESMA releases final report on draft regulatory technical standards under the EU ESG transparency regulation
ESMA releases final report on draft regulatory technical standards under the EU ESG transparency regulation.
The rise of greenwashing amid growing ESG pressures
Greenwashing is rising amid ESG pressures, leaving both financiers and businesses exposed to regulatory and consumer scrutiny. Regulators are enforcing stricter standards, exposing companies to reputational, legal, and financial risks for misleading sustainability claims.
WFW advises Elawan Energy on a 175 MW hydropower portfolio financing in Spain
WFW has advised Elawan Energy on a €76m non-recourse financing granted by Natixis for the financing of a 175 MW portfolio in Spain.
WFW advises on sale of 494 MW Spanish PV plant to China Three Gorges Spain
Mula is one of the largest operational solar PV plants in Europe.
A New Era for Corporate Sustainability Reporting in Greece
Associate Asimina Papakosta explains how the transposition of the CSRD Directive in Greece will lead to new obligations for Greek companies, but also broad opportunities in light of increased transparency and higher corporate governance standards.
