ESG, Compliance &
Investigations
One of the best ways that a company can achieve long term sustainable value creation for all stakeholders is through the power of a strong Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) programme.
A robust ESG programme helps a company to attract the best talent. It helps a company to attract and maintain a loyal customer base, who are increasingly considering a company’s reputation and wider impact in their purchasing decisions.
A strong ESG programme drives positive engagement with the communities in which a business operates, and helps preserve and protect the natural resources which every business relies on.
ESG performance is now a critical consideration for shareholders and investors, who want to know that they are backing lower risk enterprises.
That means looking for a company with robust governance structures in place. A company which actively works to conserve and enhance the natural resources on which it relies. A company which carefully considers how its activities promote human rights, contribute to the global efforts to lift people out of poverty and supports people of all backgrounds, races and religions to live better lives.
And if all of that still isn’t enough to persuade you, remember that regulators around the world are increasingly requiring companies to report on their ESG performance; obligations which are only likely to grow in their scope and complexity.
Done properly, money is never just spent on a business's ESG programme. Money is invested in a business's EGS programme. Get it right and be a leading company for years ahead. Get it wrong or fail to get on board at all, and you will get left behind.
Need support with your ESG journey? Do you want to refresh aspects of your compliance programme or investigate concerns about potential violations?
Gen-R Law is here to help.
- We advise and provide training on greenwashing risks, with a particular focus on requirements derived from consumer protection law and advertising regulations, to help businesses confidently promote their green credentials without exposing themselves to legal and reputational risks.
- We advise on non-financial reporting requirements, with a particular focus on TCFD, ISSB, CSRD and CSDDD.
- We advise and provide training on supply chain risk and governance of procurement processes, with a particular focus on the Modern Slavery Act 2015, human rights considerations and deforestation regulations.
- We provide training for Boards and Legal teams on climate and ESG, helping participants to confidently navigate these topics and effectively integrate climate and ESG considerations into their work.
- We advise on the development and implementation of tailored ESG strategies and programmes, helping promote your business’s long-term sustainable growth.
- We advise on the effective discharge of directors’ duties in the context of climate and ESG considerations, and the integration of climate and ESG into corporate operations.
- We support businesses with the preparation of ‘Sustainability Reports’ and related documents, including preparation for calls and meetings with investors and other stakeholders.
- We advise on nature and biodiversity risks and reporting requirements, with a particular focus on TNFD reporting.
- We advise on compliance with the Bribery Act 2010, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and a range of money laundering laws and regulations. Our services include conducting targeted risk assessments, designing and implementing tailored compliance programmes and delivering supporting training.
- We help companies update their existing compliance programme to incorporate evolving ESG considerations and deliver tailored training to help clients embed these new processes throughout their operations.
- We prepare targeted risk assessments to help clients de-risk proposed investments or activities from an ESG perspective, with a particular focus on identifying (i) human rights risks; and (ii) environmental risks.
- We offer a comprehensive range of internal investigations services, with a specific focus on supporting companies who are reviewing concerns about breaches of ESG laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- We have particular expertise in managing investigations relating to concerns about breaches of anti-bribery laws or regulatory requirements.
- Critically, we advise companies on tailored remediation where deficiencies are identified.
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We opened our doors on 4 March 2024. As a relatively new firm, we are not yet in a position to offer all of the services described on this website. We have done our best to make clear what we can do now, and what forms part of our exciting plans for the years ahead. We are working hard to make our ambitious vision into a reality.
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