ESG in a nutshell

In the past, companies could voluntarily decide whether to integrate environmental, social, and corporate governance aspects into their operations. Now companies that neglect these issues may expose themselves to legal consequences and liability, but also other negative impacts, in particular reduced competitiveness, exclusion from the supply chain, loss of reputation and credibility, or difficulty recruiting staff.

In our publication, we write about sustainability reporting, criminal liability related to reporting requirements, “green” trademarks, and ESG in the context of environmental law, competition and consumer protection, banking and finance, employment, and public procurement. We show how ESG impacts the construction sector, M&A, and food and pharma companies.