Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge’s Post

We are proud to announce that we have signed the 'Green Pledge', an initiative led by the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge (CGA) aimed at reducing the environmental impact of arbitration. As a firm committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility, we're proud to join this important initiative. We are also thrilled to share that our colleague, Alexandra Mitretodis, has joined their North America committee.   Together, we can make a meaningful difference in reducing the environmental impact of arbitration and fostering a more sustainable future for all. Learn more about the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: https://lnkd.in/dKv_vmc #GreenPledge #Sustainability #Arbitration

The North America Committee - CGA is thrilled to announce that Fasken has signed the Green Pledge, an initiative led by the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge aimed at reducing the environmental impact of arbitration. In signing the Green Pledge, Fasken explained that, “together, we can make a meaningful difference in reducing the environmental impact of arbitration and fostering a more sustainable future for all.” Thank you to Fasken and to all of our other supporters for working to achieve this common goal! To learn more about the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations and the Green Pledge, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dKv_vmc #GreenPledge #arbitration #internationalarbitration #greenerarbitrations #ESG #sustainability

Please find enclosed my critical analysis of the implementation of the European Green Deal that covers the most recent legal acts being adopted by the EP and the Council. https://lnkd.in/eXHZ7wmM

𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 https://lnkd.in/g25cfxdR The Green Survey by Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge aims to take stock of arbitration institutions’ level of awareness and engagement on sustainability, and the challenges they face in adopting and encouraging more sustainable behaviour. Karen Tan, chief strategy officer at Maxwell Chambers and co-chair of the Institutions Task Force, had this to say, “The launch of the Green Survey feels particularly timely as it represents a pivotal step in understanding the evolving role of arbitral institutions in promoting sustainability. By gathering insights from institutions globally, we can tailor support mechanisms and ensure that the Campaign’s efforts are informed, strategic and impactful in driving sustainable practices forward.” The Green Survey is open to organisations that offer case management; hearing facilities; and/or training and events. It can be accessed here - https://lnkd.in/efNxkUJX. By taking part in the survey, arbitral institutions will also be supported in their transition to greener practices. We encourage all arbitral institutions to complete the survey by June 15, 2024. #MaxwellChambers #GreenArbitrations #SustainableArbitrations #Sustainability #SustainableFuture #ArbitrationCommunity #EnvironmentalResponsibility #CampaignforGreenerArbitrations

As New York Arbitration Week 2024 wraps us, we would like to thank all of those who joined us on the Green Walk through Central Park, where CGA leaders shared how they have put the Green Pledge into practice, implemented the Green Protocols, and institutionalized substantiable behaviors and Green Actions within their structures. For more information on the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge, and to sign the Green Pledge, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dKv_vmc #arbitration #sustainability #internationalarbitration #greenpledge #ESG

Ecojustice lawyer Fraser Thomson joined legal voices from around the world on the impact of the European Court of Human Rights ruling that declared governments inaction on emissions as a human rights violation, sharing: “European courts have been a guiding light for judges around the world in recognizing that the climate crisis is a human rights crisis and that it is only through government action that we can preserve a livable future. In Canada, courts at every level, including our Supreme Court, have looked to European courts when weighing how the legal system ought to respond to the climate crisis. Today’s landmark ruling will undoubtedly continue this trend and assist courts around the world in addressing this existential threat to life on our planet. We remain hopeful that Canadian courts, including the Court considering the Ecojustice backed Mathur et al climate lawsuit, will align with their European counterparts.” Find out more about this groundbreaking ruling: https://hubs.ly/Q02sh4KL0

As New York Arbitration Week 2024 wraps us, we would like to thank all of those who joined us on the Green Walk through Central Park, where CGA leaders shared how they have put the Green Pledge into practice, implemented the Green Protocols, and institutionalized substantiable behaviors and Green Actions within their structures. For more information on the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge, and to sign the Green Pledge, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dKv_vmc #arbitration #sustainability #internationalarbitration #greenpledge #ESG

Last Wednesday, ERCST presented its paper ‘Green Claims’ Frameworks – A Comparative Look at Recent Developments in EU and Non-EU Jurisdictions. The aim of the present analysis is to look at and take stock of several legal regimes addressing the substantiation of voluntary explicit environmental claims, focusing on climate-related claims, and see how the EU legal framework compares and fits within the international context and among some developments in other non-EU jurisdictions (i.e., UK, US, Australia, and Canada). We extend our gratitude to Andrei Marcu, Malgorzata Golebiewska, Karoliina Anttonen, Bill Goldie, Elisabeth Harding, Janet Peace, Pascal Siegwart, Svea Nyberg and Ana Ruiz for their engaging and constructive discussions. And thank you to everyone who joined us both in person and online! 📄 Access the full report 👉🏼 https://t.ly/teoDM 📅 Stay informed about our upcoming events 👉🏼 https://t.ly/ya6OM #GreenClaims

Stephenson Harwood has been featured in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific Green Guide 2025, which highlights law firms dedicated to green transition in the region. Partners Andrew Rigden Green and Penelope Shen are identified as Green Ambassadors in the Green Guide for their work in the decarbonisation sector. For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/g3zr-RWR

CGA Institutions Task Force launch global survey for arbitral institutions    The Institutions Task Force of the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations has launched a survey for arbitration institutions worldwide (Green Survey) aimed at identifying: (i) the level of awareness and engagement on sustainability; and (ii) the challenges institutions face in adopting and encouraging more sustainable behaviour. Through the Green Survey, the Task Force aims to gather data that will inform its strategies to better assist arbitration institutions to embrace greener practices.       The Survey is open to organisations that offer any of the following: (i) case management; (ii) hearing facilities; and/or (iii) training and events. This Survey will remain open until 15 June 2024. A copy of the Survey can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ghEuHYpj It's been a pleasure working with, connecting (and reconnecting) with, members of our Task Force!   Members of the Institutions Task Force: Kiran Sanghera Karen Tan Laura Aguilera Villalobos Jamie Harrison Funmi Iyayi Patrícia Kobayashi Ana Lombardía, Esq. LL.M. Akash Srivastava Madeleine Thörn #greensurvey #arbitralinstitutions #hearingvenues #greenarbitrations #greeningarbitration #sustainability