The need to understand, manage, account for and mitigate climate risks is more important than ever.
The risks of falling short of expectations when it comes to climate action carry serious consequences. Climate change litigation is thriving. Regulatory action is prominent. Investor action is swift. Demands for climate reporting are growing at pace, whether from regulators and investors or from voluntary targets.
Here, we share our insights on the climate journey for clients – from risk governance and reporting, to crisis management and litigation. It’s a journey we are taking alongside them.
Climate litigation review 2023: disputes heat up (no cool change ahead)
The global trend of increased climate litigation showed no signs of abating in 2023. Several new proceedings were instituted in Australia, including by regulators as they take an increasingly active approach particularly in relation to ‘greenwashing’.