Climate emergency, ESG, sustainable investment, green transition – these terms have become buzzwords across many industries, not least the legal sector.
As has been recognised by The Law Society, which in April 2023 released its guidance on the impact of climate change on solicitors, the legal profession can play a crucial role in mitigating the climate crisis. Whether they do this from an ethical point of view or simply to remain competitive in today’s market, legal professionals should leverage the influence they have in society – through lobbying, litigation, and legislation – to accelerate the green transition.
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