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Sometimes eclipsed by an intense focus on (e)nvironmental topics, social factors are increasnigly scrutinised by investors and consumers. Social ESG criteria cover a wide range of issues and depend significantly on industry/sector. Effectively identifying and managing relevant social issues in your business requires an initial assessment/mapping followed by clear monitoring and mitigation procedures. Our clients […]...

Beyond mere compliance, best practices can create a competitive advantage and lead to more resilient businesses. Given the current European and global emphasis on environmental sustainability, legal and voluntary standards play an increasingly important role in many business projects including corporate aquisitions, real estate development, energy and infrastructure projects, supply chain management, green financing and […]...

No longer just a “nice to have”, strong ESG performance is now business critical. The importance and impact of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria is growing exponentially on a global level. Reinforced by regulatory trends in the EU, investors and consumers have embraced ESG and sustainable investing. Sustainable building, renewable energy and social compliance […]...

Uncertainty is lingering in CEE/SEE, but Europe’s transition to sustainable energy, buildings and infrastructure is taking off. Renewables and the green transition Europe’s drive to become climate neutral by 2050 is fueling a tech and development boom that presents opportunities for many businesses. A long-term strategy is necessary to transition from conventional energy to renewables […]...

The metaverse is here. Where to now? The growth potential of the metaverse is enormous. But what do businesses need to watch out for in the new digital frontier? It’s being called the next version of the internet. Management teams of some companies are already using it for meetings and teambuilding. Businesses are strategising to […]...

Implementation status of EU Directive 2019/1937 in CEE jurisdictions More than a year overdue, national implementation of the EU’s Whistleblowing Directive (2019/1837/EU)  is likely to occur in most CEE/SEE countries in 2023. The Directive is expected to have a significant impact on the policies and processes of companies related to employment relationships, data privacy and […]...

Monitoring issues as they happen As the war in Ukraine continues to unfold, so too does the legal fallout of the conflict. Understanding the full scope of the sanctions and how they are impacting industries across Europe and the rest of the world requires legal expertise and business know-how. Our lawyers put these developments into […]...

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Accelerating trends & paradigm shifts DEEP CHANGES IN THE GLOBAL REAL ESTATE MARKET Sign up for our alerts to stay up to date with the latest developments in CEE. The COVID-19 crisis and its impacts are in many cases impacting the current use of real estate. The crisis is also an accelerator of developments that were […]...

Resilience and opportunity in Central & Eastern Europe. ...