As environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards evolve, businesses face growing pressure to prove their sustainability credentials. The allegations of greenwashing - whether accidental or deliberate - can expose companies to regulatory action, litigation, and reputational damage.
Clients come to us seeking clarity and confidence in how they communicate and deliver on sustainability promises. Whether you need to ensure compliance with complex regulations, respond to investigations, or defend against greenwashing claims, we help you navigate the risks and protect your business.
Our international team brings together expertise in regulatory compliance, litigation, investigations, and commercial advice. We support clients across all major industries, with particular experience in transportation, trade, and renewables. From advising on marketing campaigns and disclosure statements to representing you in disputes or regulatory investigations, we deliver tailored, commercially focused advice at every stage.
Clients value our proactive, risk-managed approach and our ability to coordinate support across borders and disciplines. By working closely with you, we help safeguard your reputation, anticipate emerging risks, and provide a clear path forward in a fast-changing ESG landscape.
An introduction to Greenwashing Risk
Our Services
- Advising a UK impact listed investment trust on their EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) reporting and disclosure obligations.
- Advising a UK listed financial services provider on their Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) obligations under the FCA Listing rules.
- Advising a UK listed investment trust on adopting a sustainability label under the UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and product labelling regime.
- Advising several UK investment management firms on the UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and product labelling regime.
- Advising an Australian children’s clothing brand on the labelling of products and notably the possibility to include the term “organic cotton” on the label.
- Advising a major European airline in respect of allegations by the Advertising Standards Agency that certain environmental claims made as part of its print and media advertising claims were misleading and unsubstantiated.
- Assistance in the assessment of regulator complaints of alleged greenwashing relating to energy suppliers' green energy offer.
- Representing an investment manager in relation to investor claims arising out of investments in carbon-intensive assets.
- Providing training as part of a sustainable start-ups accelerator on assessing and managing greenwashing risk in both contentious and regulatory landscapes.
Awards and Recognition
"The team is very proactive, always anticipating the potential pitfalls ahead well in advance of them ever becoming a reality."
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