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ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria are at the forefront of corporate strategies, due to investor, customer and regulator expectations. The topic has been gaining momentum and is expected to accelerate in the coming years.

ESG is broadening its scope of influence to cover all economic and policy sectors now. From energy, finance and urban planning to tax – these are just a few of the areas that are being impacted.

Is your company affected by ESG reporting? Here's what you need to know:


ESG Regulation in Switzerland – Review 2024 and Outlook 2025

In 2024, companies faced the first reporting cycle under Switzerland’s new non-financial disclosure rules, along with stricter due diligence and transparency obligations for conflict minerals and child labour. As businesses navigated these challenges, ESG compliance became a key priority. With further regulatory reforms and new initiatives on the horizon, 2025 will bring even greater demands.

Regulatory requirements are evolving—what does this mean for your company? Stay informed on the latest ESG developments and what to expect in 2025.

 

Q&A CSDDD

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD): What does the new EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive mean for Swiss companies?

Our new Q&A has been produced in collaboration with Focusright. 

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We advise clients – from multinationals to start ups – in all sectors and areas of ESG-related law, including:

  • future mobility
  • climate change strategies
  • ESG due diligence and risk assessments
  • corporate digital responsibility
  • sustainable supply chains whistleblowing
  • ESG funds
  • and green real estate finance.

At CMS, our approach is integrated and multidisciplinary – this enables us to anticipate and understand the issues in the rapidly evolving ESG landscape which in turn allows us to develop innovative solutions for and with our clients.

With their in-depth expertise in these areas, our teams of lawyers around the world identify risks and threats while seizing opportunities arising from the increasing focus on ESG for our clients.

Our aim is to help our clients successfully meet the demands of climate change, technological disruption, urbanisation and social concerns.

Please contact any of our ESG lawyers to explore solutions to your needs, by clicking below: 

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