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In this episode of the Can Marketing Save the Planet? podcast, we continue on our navigating green claims and greenwashing mini-series speaking with Katie Wetherall, a lawyer at ClientEarth about the brilliant work they do and taking a deep dive into the world of plastics, packaging and recycling. It's no secret that marketing tactics in this area are long overdue a review. Clever marketing can mislead consumers with what are essentially false sustainability claims - particularly, when one takes into account the bigger picture and lifecycle of the product they appear on. Katie shares with us her insights from legal actions ClientEarth has taken against major corporations such as BP, Total Energies and KLM for misleading claims. In the case of KLM, she explains, “the Dutch court ruled that their claims about the sustainability of flying were misleading and in fact the judge said they painted a far too rosier picture about these kind of high emission activities and the company's compliance with things like the Paris Agreement.” A lot of Katie's work focuses on greenwashing legal actions and increasingly the area of plastics and consumer goods. The reality of plastic recycling is woeful, Katie shares, “only 9% of all plastic ever produced has been recycled, yet companies continue to label products as "100% recyclable, and even in the UK which has got quite an established sophisticated waste management system the stats hover at around 55%. So I think as an organisation, we argue that that green loop, (sometimes it's a triangle), but that circular symbol, gives a misleading impression of the circularity of plastic.” We go on to talk about the many different challenges of single use plastic; packaging, descriptors and labelling which we see everywhere on products across our everyday lives. Using green symbols and imagery is an area that Katie advises, “I would discourage Marketers from putting the recyclability of a product at the forefront of its marketing, because this is a process they have no control over and which statistics suggest does not work.” There is a lot of great insight and advice shared in this episode which will apply to a lot of organisations, Marketers and products. Tune in as we talk to Katie about: The problem with recycling symbols and should they even be allowed when they don't guarantee recyclability? The need for Marketers to consider the green claims they are making across the lifecycle of their products. The need to prioritise transparency Shifting to reusable packaging models – not relying on broken recycling systems Supporting people to make informed decisions How greenhushing doesn't solve the problem   For more information about ClientEarth and the great work they do - visit https://www.clientearth.org/ And, if you're looking to upskill your team with the green claims landscape - be sure to check out our 3 hour Greenwashing 101 short training course via our Sustainable Marketing Training Hub. One more episode in this mini-series to follow, talking ‘agency side' with Fanclub PR. Stay tuned.   ________________________________________________________________________ About us… We help Marketers save the planet. 

In this episode, the second of our greenwashing mini-series we chat to Guy Parker, Chief Executive of the UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), about green claims and the role of responsible advertising in sustainability. Guy explains that the ASA's mission is to, “make sure that ads are legal, decent, honest and truthful. We care about ads not misleading people, not harming them, not offending them and being socially responsible.” Guy highlights that with rising concerns about climate change, the ASA is focused on environmental claims balancing the need for businesses to communicate sustainability efforts without misleading consumers. We discuss the line between greenwashing (exaggerated or false claims) and greenhushing (staying silent due to fear of backlash), and how Marketers can absolutely tread the middle ground between the two. Guy emphasises how businesses should communicate sustainability progress— modestly and precisely, “being a bit more modest in the claims and being a bit more kind of real world in terms of what this means for your customers and your prospective customers, can actually go a very long way.” Focus should be on tangible, near-term actions rather than distant net-zero targets. Most greenwashing isn't intentional - it stems from lack of education and understanding. Guy points out that Marketers must know the rules and follow the guidance, (ASA's codes, CMA's Green Claims Code), collaborate cross-functionally with sustainability teams to ensure accuracy and make use of the breadth of ASA resources (rulings, guidance, and free training), to avoid pitfalls. There is information and knowledge out there for everyone and it's all very accessible. Guy's message is clear, businesses must keep talking about sustainability, but do so, responsibly. Tune in as we talk to Guy about: The green claims and advertising landscape. The need for organisations to be transparent and share their sustainability journeys. Why less is more when it comes to green claims - specific, evidence-backed claims are safer. Keep communicating, silence helps no one - we need to talk about it to drive change. Where greenwashing complaints can come from and, how to make a complaint. Why strategies and processes are needed. What resources and guidance are available to support Marketers and organisations considering making green claims.   For resources check out the ASA's CAP Advertising Guidance, their training and their recent rulings - all of which can be found here. And, if you're looking to upskill your team with the green claims landscape - be sure to check out our 3 hour Greenwashing 101 short training course via our Sustainable Marketing Training Hub. More in this mini-series to follow with conversations still to come with ClientEarth and Fanclub PR. Stay tuned.   ________________________________________________________________________ About us… We help Marketers save the planet. 

In this episode, the second of our greenwashing mini-series we chat to Guy Parker, Chief Executive of the UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), about green claims and the role of responsible advertising in sustainability. Guy explains that the ASA's mission is to, “make sure that ads are legal, decent, honest and truthful. We care about ads not misleading people, not harming them, not offending them and being socially responsible.” Guy highlights that with rising concerns about climate change, the ASA is focused on environmental claims balancing the need for businesses to communicate sustainability efforts without misleading consumers.We discuss the line between greenwashing (exaggerated or false claims) and greenhushing (staying silent due to fear of backlash), and how Marketers can absolutely tread the middle ground between the two. Guy emphasises how businesses should communicate sustainability progress— modestly and precisely, “being a bit more modest in the claims and being a bit more kind of real world in terms of what this means for your customers and your prospective customers, can actually go a very long way.” Focus should be on tangible, near-term actions rather than distant net-zero targets.Most greenwashing isn't intentional - it stems from lack of education and understanding. Guy points out that Marketers must know the rules and follow the guidance, (ASA's codes, CMA's Green Claims Code), collaborate cross-functionally with sustainability teams to ensure accuracy and make use of the breadth of ASA resources (rulings, guidance, and free training), to avoid pitfalls. There is information and knowledge out there for everyone and it's all very accessible. Guy's message is clear, businesses must keep talking about sustainability, but do so, responsibly. Tune in as we talk to Guy about:The green claims and advertising landscape.The need for organisations to be transparent and share their sustainability journeys.Why less is more when it comes to green claims - specific, evidence-backed claims are safer.Keep communicating, silence helps no one - we need to talk about it to drive change.Where greenwashing complaints can come from and, how to make a complaint.Why strategies and processes are needed.What resources and guidance are available to support Marketers and organisations considering making green claims. For resources check out the ASA's CAP Advertising Guidance, their training and their recent rulings - all of which can be found here. And, if you're looking to upskill your team with the green claims landscape - be sure to check out our 3 hour Greenwashing 101 short training course via our Sustainable Marketing Training Hub. More in this mini-series to follow with conversations still to come with ClientEarth and Fanclub PR. Stay tuned. ________________________________________________________________________About us…We help Marketers save the planet.

In our 100th episode of Can Marketing Save the Planet we kick off our ‘4 part mini-series on greenwashing and navigating green claims' with Cecilia Parker-Aranha, Director of Consumer Protection at the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Cecilia joined us back in 2021, and so it was great to have her join us again to discuss the evolving landscape to provide an up to date understanding of where we are with greenwashing. Since the publication of the Green Claims Code in 2021 significant progress has been made however, challenges remain. Cecilia tells us that since we last spoke, the CMA has taken action against misleading claims in sectors like fashion and fast-moving consumer goods prompting businesses to reassess their environmental messaging. She highlights how technology can be used to aid businesses in tracking supply chain data, but the human part remains crucial to ensure claims are accurate and not misleading. We discuss how consumers are increasingly distrustful of green claims and how now is the time for organisations to focus on making sure what they are saying is accurate and evidence-based. Cecilia again explains that the CMA's role is not to punish but to guide organisations toward compliance through education and support. However, under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act, everyone needs to be aware that the CMA can now impose fines directly and these can be up to 10% of global turnover for breaches and - breaches including misleading green claims. Cecilia explains, “so from April this year (2025), we'll have the power to reach our own decisions on whether or not a business has breached consumer law. The second thing is that at the moment there aren't any financial penalties for breaches of consumer law, at least those pursued through the civil route. Again, from April this year, it will be possible for the CMA to impose financial penalties on businesses who break the law.” Cecilia stresses the importance of collaboration between marketing and sustainability teams to ensure there is clear, accurate communication. She recommends that Marketers test claims with consumers to avoid misinterpretation and ensure transparency. Sharing so much knowledge and advice in this episode Cecilia believes Marketers should start by measuring their impact and build claims from solid evidence. And, this isn't just for those organisations operating in the UK, and as many organisations sell into other countries, she advises ensuring alignment with global standards like the EU Green Claims Directive. Tune in and listen as we talk to Cecilia about: The current green claims landscape as we progress through 2025 What organisations and Marketers should be thinking about when considering making green claims Where to go to stay informed and up to date Digital products passports and how they align with green claims The use of technology in supporting green claims The need for Marketing teams to work cross-functionally Why it's important for organisations to talk about what they are doing   For resources check out the CMA's Green Claims Code and on their website you'll find lots of information, such as - what has happened in cases and what advice and agreements were reached. These real world cases further provide guidance on the changes organisations need to consider to ensure they are being responsible when making green claims. More in this mini-series to follow with conversations with the ASA, ClientEarth and Fanclub PR. Stay tuned. ________________________________________________________________________ About us… We help Marketers save the planet. 

In our 100th episode of Can Marketing Save the Planet we kick off our ‘4 part mini-series on greenwashing and navigating green claims' with Cecilia Parker-Aranha, Director of Consumer Protection at the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).Cecilia joined us back in 2021, and so it was great to have her join us again to discuss the evolving landscape to provide an up to date understanding of where we are with greenwashing. Since the publication of the Green Claims Code in 2021 significant progress has been made however, challenges remain. Cecilia tells us that since we last spoke, the CMA has taken action against misleading claims in sectors like fashion and fast-moving consumer goods prompting businesses to reassess their environmental messaging. She highlights how technology can be used to aid businesses in tracking supply chain data, but the human part remains crucial to ensure claims are accurate and not misleading. We discuss how consumers are increasingly distrustful of green claims and how now is the time for organisations to focus on making sure what they are saying is accurate and evidence-based. Cecilia again explains that the CMA's role is not to punish but to guide organisations toward compliance through education and support. However, under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act, everyone needs to be aware that the CMA can now impose fines directly and these can be up to 10% of global turnover for breaches and - breaches including misleading green claims. Cecilia explains, “so from April this year (2025), we'll have the power to reach our own decisions on whether or not a business has breached consumer law. The second thing is that at the moment there aren't any financial penalties for breaches of consumer law, at least those pursued through the civil route. Again, from April this year, it will be possible for the CMA to impose financial penalties on businesses who break the law.”Cecilia stresses the importance of collaboration between marketing and sustainability teams to ensure there is clear, accurate communication. She recommends that Marketers test claims with consumers to avoid misinterpretation and ensure transparency. Sharing so much knowledge and advice in this episode Cecilia believes Marketers should start by measuring their impact and build claims from solid evidence. And, this isn't just for those organisations operating in the UK, and as many organisations sell into other countries, she advises ensuring alignment with global standards like the EU Green Claims Directive. Tune in and listen as we talk to Cecilia about: The current green claims landscape as we progress through 2025What organisations and Marketers should be thinking about when considering making green claimsWhere to go to stay informed and up to dateDigital products passports and how they align with green claimsThe use of technology in supporting green claims The need for Marketing teams to work cross-functionallyWhy it's important for organisations to talk about what they are doing For resources check out the CMA's Green Claims Code and on their website you'll find lots of information, such as - what has happened in cases and what advice and agreements were reached. These real world cases further provide guidance on the changes organisations need to consider to ensure they are being responsible when making green claims. More in this mini-series to follow with conversations with the ASA, ClientEarth and Fanclub PR. Stay tuned.

How can the law be used to champion human rights, drive progress and fight for climate justice? Paul Dickinson is joined by Laura Clarke, CEO of ClientEarth, the non-profit lawyers for the planet working to protect life on Earth. Laura shares how ClientEarth has successfully challenged corporate greenwashing, from the Dutch courts ruling against airline KLM for misleading customers, to forcing a Polish company to change the misleading name of its ‘eco-pea coal'. And beyond corporate accountability, how they take on national governments to ensure they uphold their environmental commitments. In this latest in our series on the new levers of change, co-presenters Tom Rivett-Carnac and Christiana Figueres join Paul to reflect on the ways in which law, climate and justice intersects. Christiana shares her excitement on the new ways in which the ‘web of jurisprudence' is being woven in a field with little legal precedent. Plus, each share their take on the news that former Outrage + Optimism guest Mark Carney will become the next Prime Minister of Canada. How will he deal with President Trump amid the ongoing US-Canada trade war?Learn more

Lecture summary: Property is a fundamental legal institution governing the use of things: who may own what, how and why. Given that such questions extend to a wide range of natural resources essential to human well-being, such as food, water and shelter, then it is reasonable to assume that human rights should play an important role in shaping property rights discourse and practice. And yet this assumption is somewhat misplaced. The relationship between property and human rights and property remains relatively underdeveloped in both practice and academic literature, and virtually non-existent when we move to the maritime domain. In this paper, I explore and question the role that property and human rights can and should play in the maritime domain. I outline how such rights arise and are protected under human rights instruments, before exploring how they might inform the moral and legal distribution of resources. In particular, I focus on how we might balance individual rights and public interests that arise in respect of property, and how these are informed by the nature of the oceans as a commons.Richard Barnes is Professor of International Law at the University of Lincoln and Adjunct Professor of Law at the Norwegian Centre for the Law of the Sea, the University of Tromsø. His current research focuses on the human right to property, ocean commons, and the BBNJ Agreement. He is widely published in the fields of international law and law of the sea. Property Rights and Natural Resources (2009), won the SLS Birks Book Prize for Outstanding Legal Scholarship. He has edited several collections of essays including Research Handbook on Plastics Regulation (2024), Frontiers in International Environmental Law. Oceans and Climate (2021), Research Handbook on Climate Change, Oceans and Coasts (2020), and The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea: A Living Instrument (2016). Professor Barnes a member of the ILA Committee on the Protection of People at Sea. He has acted as a consultant for the WWF, Oceana, ClientEarth, the European Parliament, the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. He has also provided advice to foreign ministries. He has appeared numerous times before Parliamentary select committees on matters related to law of the sea, fisheries and Brexit. He is on the Editorial Board of International and Comparative Law Quarterly, the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law, the New Zealand Yearbook of International Law, the German Yearbook of International Law, and the Portuguese Yearbook of the Law of the Sea.

Lecture summary: Property is a fundamental legal institution governing the use of things: who may own what, how and why. Given that such questions extend to a wide range of natural resources essential to human well-being, such as food, water and shelter, then it is reasonable to assume that human rights should play an important role in shaping property rights discourse and practice. And yet this assumption is somewhat misplaced. The relationship between property and human rights and property remains relatively underdeveloped in both practice and academic literature, and virtually non-existent when we move to the maritime domain. In this paper, I explore and question the role that property and human rights can and should play in the maritime domain. I outline how such rights arise and are protected under human rights instruments, before exploring how they might inform the moral and legal distribution of resources. In particular, I focus on how we might balance individual rights and public interests that arise in respect of property, and how these are informed by the nature of the oceans as a commons.Richard Barnes is Professor of International Law at the University of Lincoln and Adjunct Professor of Law at the Norwegian Centre for the Law of the Sea, the University of Tromsø. His current research focuses on the human right to property, ocean commons, and the BBNJ Agreement. He is widely published in the fields of international law and law of the sea. Property Rights and Natural Resources (2009), won the SLS Birks Book Prize for Outstanding Legal Scholarship. He has edited several collections of essays including Research Handbook on Plastics Regulation (2024), Frontiers in International Environmental Law. Oceans and Climate (2021), Research Handbook on Climate Change, Oceans and Coasts (2020), and The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea: A Living Instrument (2016). Professor Barnes a member of the ILA Committee on the Protection of People at Sea. He has acted as a consultant for the WWF, Oceana, ClientEarth, the European Parliament, the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. He has also provided advice to foreign ministries. He has appeared numerous times before Parliamentary select committees on matters related to law of the sea, fisheries and Brexit. He is on the Editorial Board of International and Comparative Law Quarterly, the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law, the New Zealand Yearbook of International Law, the German Yearbook of International Law, and the Portuguese Yearbook of the Law of the Sea.

Lecture summary: Property is a fundamental legal institution governing the use of things: who may own what, how and why. Given that such questions extend to a wide range of natural resources essential to human well-being, such as food, water and shelter, then it is reasonable to assume that human rights should play an important role in shaping property rights discourse and practice. And yet this assumption is somewhat misplaced. The relationship between property and human rights and property remains relatively underdeveloped in both practice and academic literature, and virtually non-existent when we move to the maritime domain. In this paper, I explore and question the role that property and human rights can and should play in the maritime domain. I outline how such rights arise and are protected under human rights instruments, before exploring how they might inform the moral and legal distribution of resources. In particular, I focus on how we might balance individual rights and public interests that arise in respect of property, and how these are informed by the nature of the oceans as a commons.Richard Barnes is Professor of International Law at the University of Lincoln and Adjunct Professor of Law at the Norwegian Centre for the Law of the Sea, the University of Tromsø. His current research focuses on the human right to property, ocean commons, and the BBNJ Agreement. He is widely published in the fields of international law and law of the sea. Property Rights and Natural Resources (2009), won the SLS Birks Book Prize for Outstanding Legal Scholarship. He has edited several collections of essays including Research Handbook on Plastics Regulation (2024), Frontiers in International Environmental Law. Oceans and Climate (2021), Research Handbook on Climate Change, Oceans and Coasts (2020), and The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea: A Living Instrument (2016). Professor Barnes a member of the ILA Committee on the Protection of People at Sea. He has acted as a consultant for the WWF, Oceana, ClientEarth, the European Parliament, the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. He has also provided advice to foreign ministries. He has appeared numerous times before Parliamentary select committees on matters related to law of the sea, fisheries and Brexit. He is on the Editorial Board of International and Comparative Law Quarterly, the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law, the New Zealand Yearbook of International Law, the German Yearbook of International Law, and the Portuguese Yearbook of the Law of the Sea.

In this episode, Dr. Miranda Melcher continues her insightful discussion with Amy Rose, the Global Director of Litigation, Governance, and Legal Services at ClientEarth. Amy shares her expertise on the evolving landscape of climate litigation, the challenges of systemic change, and the innovative strategies used to address the world's most pressing environmental issues.From groundbreaking human rights cases to biodiversity protection and sustainable food systems, Amy reveals the intricate processes behind ClientEarth's work and highlights the role of strategic litigation in creating impactful change. The conversation also touches on gaps in access to justice and the inspiring role of younger generations in driving environmental advocacy.Key Topics Covered:•The current state and future of climate litigation (01:37)•Strategic litigation beyond climate: tackling biodiversity loss, marine ecosystems, and sustainable food systems (07:18)•The importance of collaboration and systems thinking in ClientEarth's approach (09:16)•Navigating challenges in standing, causation, and extraterritoriality in litigation (17:00)•Access to justice gaps in the EU's state aid system (23:00)•Inspiring hope: the role of younger generations in environmental advocacy (26:12)Call to Action:If you're inspired by Amy's work and want to support access to justice and environmental advocacy, consider donating to Just Access by visiting just-access.de/donate. Every contribution helps us continue our mission to make human rights effective for all.Connect With Us:•Follow us on social media and share this episode with your friends.•Email us your feedback or topic suggestions at podcast@just-access.de.•Don't forget to leave a review on your favorite podcast app – we'd love to hear your thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Just Access Podcast, host Dr. Miranda Melcher speaks with Amy Rose, the Global Director of Litigation, Governance, and Legal Services at ClientEarth. ClientEarth is a world-leading environmental organization that uses the law to tackle pressing environmental challenges.In this first part of their conversation, Amy shares her journey into law—from her beginnings in political science to her global career in litigation, including her impactful work at ClientEarth. They explore:•The evolution of Amy's career, from commercial litigation to environmental advocacy.•The power of strategic litigation as a tool for systemic change.•Why broad legal experience is valuable for addressing complex challenges.•Amy's advice for aspiring human rights defenders and environmental advocates.

In today's episode I'm speaking with Jacob Dykes, the Conservation Manager of The European Nature Trust - a foundation that works to lift conservation and nature restoration projects in Europe, supporting a network of organisations working at landscape-scale to protect and restore ecosystems. Through an approach they call ‘Noise for Nature', they also amplify conservation storytelling by creating impactful documentary films that raise awareness and engagement with the defining issues of our time.I was really looking forward to speaking with Jacob about his conservation work in general but also more specifically about wolves. The European Nature Trust recently produced a film called The Wolf Within exploring the relationship between wolves and humans in Europe, which was released at the end of last year – just weeks before the European Commission decided to downgrade their protection status. I've been fascinated with wolves for as long as I can remember and really enjoyed learning more about the evolution of our relationship with them and their place in our collective imagination. Jacob and I also talked about what this relationship says about our coexistence with the wild; and what we can do to better and more equitably safeguard keystone species around us. Jacob also shared a really lovely story about seeing wolves in the wild in Italy, and an important reminder to keep practicing wonder towards the natural world.Want to dive deeper?Watch The Wolf Within: https://www.waterbear.com/campaigns/the-wolf-withinDiscover The European Nature Trust: https://theeuropeannaturetrust.com/The EU recently downgraded wolf protections in Europe: https://eeb.org/nature-under-attack-bern-convention-weakens-wolf-protection/Joint statement by 300+ civil society organisations calling for strict wolf protection to be maintained: https://eeb.org/library/joint-statement-by-300-civil-society-organisations-calling-for-strict-wolf-protection-to-be-maintained/ClientEarth's investigation: https://www.clientearth.org/latest/press-office/press-releases/ombudsman-opens-inquiry-after-eu-trashes-wolf-protections/The European Nature Trust on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeuropeannaturetrustIo Non Ho Paura Del Lupo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iononhopauradellupoCome say hi!Why We Care on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/whywecarepodcast/Tiphaine on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/tiphainemarie_/If you enjoyed the episode and want to help the podcast, I would be super grateful if you could leave a little review or share it with a friend who might like it. Thank you so much for caring and sending you lots of love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The issue of climate change is one that is growing in importance for companies. Corporate directors need to address climate change as a significant risk, as it poses clear financial, legal and environmental concerns. Elizabeth Wu, Legal Consultant, Asia, ClientEarth discusses why there is an urgent need for companies to invest in the knowledge and protocol to avoid hits to their reputation and bottomline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE IMPACT. Elspeth Jones: - Is a non-profit leader, advisor and coach at the intersection of law, leadership and environmental and social impact. - Was born and grew up Wales, is a Welsh speaker, and now lives in Wales with her family, where she enjoys going on adventures and exploring the outdoors. - Initially practiced as a barrister in London and in law firms in Ghana, Hong Kong and Shanghai. - Most recently, was Deputy CEO at the environmental law NGO, ClientEarth, using the power of the law to drive systemic change.  - Was Executive Director of the climate change and sustainable development charity Size of Wales. - Was a trustee for the Sumatran Orangutan Society, and is currently a trustee at the Esmee Fairbarn Foundation.  - Now has her own advisory called Wild Counsel, where she supports those working at the critical intersection of law and environmental and social change with thought partnership ---- THE JOURNEY. In our conversation, we explore: - The evolution of what the law is for: From traditional commercial law to using law for environmental impact, from focus on clients' interests to representing the planet and ecosystems. - Organizational growth and leadership: The challenges of scaling a nonprofit like Client Earth, balancing freedom and creativity with coordination, governance, and risk management, and the leadership challenges in guiding a growing team of lawyers. - The complexities of measuring impact: How to assess success in systemic change when outcomes are often indirect or long-term, and the challenge of defining impact in a field where wins are not always immediately visible. - Lessons from failure and loss: How losing cases can still drive progress by sparking critical conversations and shifting mindsets around the law and environmental responsibility. - The mycelium in her new role: The importance of creating resilient networks and support structures within the legal and nonprofit ecosystems, and exploring the role of coaching, mentoring, and peer learning to amplify collective impact.

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Hey folks, I am excited to share the latest episode of Ecosystem Member podcast.  I am sure some of you have been listening since episode one with the legendary Patagonia director of philosophy Vincent Stanley. This week's guest is an equally epic member of the Patagonia ecosystem - Beth Thoren, director of environmental action for EMEA.  Beth has a track record of epic environmental roles, including as the chairperson of Sea Ranger Service - a social enterprise that trains unemployed youth to patrol marine protected areas and conduct research - the Deputy Chief Executive of ClientEarth, which uses the power of the law to protect life on Earth, and as Director of Fundraising and Communications at a non-profit near to my hear - the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.  I was really excited to get this opportunity to chat with Beth about her unique role inside the business, especially since Yvon Chouinard - Patagonia's founder - declared two years ago now that ‘Earth is now our only shareholder.' Practically that means that 100% of Patagonia's profits go to nature, but what does that mean inside the business, especially in the realm of environmental action and activism?  I know I say in the intro that each new episode is my favorite and I don't think that's a total lie. I really do appreciate the time of each and every guest and most importantly I think I learn something from each and every guest. I hope you do to.  Here is the latest episode of the Ecosystem Member podcast with Beth Thoren, Director of Environmental Action at Patagonia.  Links Patagonia's 'Blue Heart' Documentary Fortune: "Don't believe the podium talk at Davos–but capitalism is really starting to change" by Beth Thoren Patagonia's 'Vjosa Forever' Film Business Green: 'How Patagonia helped save Europe's last wild river - and navigated a path for others to follow'

How can the law save the environment? Tune into this episode, featuring James Thornton, the President & Founder of ClientEarth, to find out more about the way that government legislation is protecting and supporting our planet for future generations. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and James discussing:What ClientEarth is and how it operatesHow law is helping to shape a more sustainable futureJames's book, ‘Nature, My Teacher'The significance of the Clean Water ActHow to deal with climate anxiety Join us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!

In this fascinating interview, James Thornton, founder and CEO of ClientEarth, discusses his latest book Nature, My Teacher, offering a unique perspective on the intersections of law, nature, and spirituality. Reflecting on his decades-long career as an environmental lawyer, Thornton shares how his work to protect the environment has been shaped by his deep reverence for nature and his experiences as a Zen Buddhist priest. The book delves into his personal philosophy and the lessons he's learned from nature, which continue to inspire his work in environmental advocacy.Thornton reflects on his journey with ClientEarth, an environmental law charity that has made significant strides in using the law to hold corporations and governments accountable for environmental harm. His experiences span across continents, from the United States to Europe and China, where he has helped shape legal systems that protect the planet. One notable highlight in the interview is Thornton's experience in China, where he has been working to help develop laws that empower citizens to hold polluters, including government-owned entities, accountable. This groundbreaking work aligns with China's ambition to build an "ecological civilization," an effort enshrined in its constitution and reflected in transformative advancements in green technology.Throughout the conversation, Thornton weaves together the themes of his book with his practical experience in environmental law, illustrating how his spiritual beliefs, legal expertise, and deep connection to nature converge to guide his approach to sustainability. Nature, My Teacher serves as both a reflection on Thornton's remarkable career and an urgent call to reconnect with the natural world, offering readers a hopeful yet pragmatic roadmap for tackling the climate crisis.James Thornton is the founding CEO of ClientEarth, a path-breaking law firm which uses advocacy, litigation and research to address the greatest challenges of our time – including nature loss and climate change. ClientEearth has an extra-ordinary record of success built on solid law and science – and has brought about fundamental change in the way environmental protections are made and enforced across Europe. The New Statesman has named James as one of 10 people who could change the world. James has twice won Leader of the Year at the Business Green Awards. The Financial Times awarded him its Special Achievement accolade at the FT Innovative Lawyers Awards. James is an ordained Zen Buddhist priest; his latest book Nature, My Teacher: How to Be Alive in a World under Threat was published in April.

Hear from Emma Howard Boyd CBE, Chair of the London Climate Resilience Review, as we dive into the challenges of climate adaptation and what it means for our cities. 2023 was not only the warmest year on record, it also marked the warmest 10-year period on record. As we witness first-hand the impacts of a warming climate, including heatwaves, more intense precipitation and increased flooding, the case for building resilience against these risks becomes ever more important. This is particularly so in our cities, where the concentration of populations and economic activity make adaptation non-negotiable. This episode's guest has recently led a comprehensive review of the Climate Resilience of London, which takes stock of the city's preparedness for climate impacts and makes a series of recommendations for how the city needs to bolster its efforts. In this episode, we explore: How cities are vulnerable to cascading and interconnected risks, which amplify the impacts of climate change; How a collaborative approach to learning and building resilience will be critical in the years ahead; And how adaptation and resilience need to be woven through our all our decision making, while paying particular attention to the most vulnerable communities To find out more about the Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR®) Certificate, follow this link: https://www.garp.org/scr For more information on climate risk, visit GARP's Global Sustainability and Climate Risk Resource Center: https://www.garp.org/sustainability-climate If you have any questions, thoughts, or feedback regarding this podcast series, we would love to hear from you at: climateriskpodcast@garp.com   Links from today's discussion: Read the final report of the London Climate Resilience Review: https://www.london.gov.uk/programmes-strategies/environment-and-climate-change/climate-change/climate-adaptation/london-climate-resilience-review C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group: https://www.c40.org/ Thames Estuary 2100 Group report directory: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/thames-estuary-2100-te2100   Speaker's Bio(s) Emma Howard Boyd, Chair, London Climate Resilience Review Emma has been the Chair of the London Climate Resilience Review, leading the delivery of its work since summer 2023. She has had an extensive career in financial services at the forefront of the climate change, environmental and sustainable finance agenda. Emma is also currently Chair of ClientEarth and a Global Ambassador for Race to Zero and Race to Resilience, and outgoing Chair of the Green Finance Institute. She has been Chair of the Environment Agency and an ex-officio board member of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs from 2016 to 2022. Emma serves on several boards and advisory committees which include The Major Projects Association, Climate Arc, and the European Climate Foundation. She was the UK Commissioner to the Global Commission on Adaptation from 2018 until its sunset in January 2021.

The new head of Japan and Southeast Asia for ClientEarth tells the Eco-Business Podcast how the law can be used to hold polluters to account in the world's biggest emitting region. She also says it's time the legal profession faced scrutiny for greenwashing. Tune in as we discuss: Why be a environmental lawyer? Tan's "Lightbulb" moment How climate law varies in Asia The rise of climate litigation in the Global South The legal perils of transition-washing The big leap from voluntary to mandatory sustainability reporting Scrutiny of greenwashing in the legal profession Protesting against climate inaction in illiberal countries How to use the law across borders

Ważą się losy unijnego rozporządzenia w sprawie odbudowy zasobów przyrodniczych (Nature Restoration Law). Żmudnie negocjowany przez dwa lata akt, który w marcu przyjął Parlament Europejski, 17 czerwca ma zostać poddany ocenie Rady UE. Bez głosu naszego kraju najprawdopodobniej trafi do zamrażarki i tam dokona żywota.– Oczy wszystkich ministrów ds. środowiska z Europy zwrócone są na nasz kraj – mówiła w magazynie „Rzecz o prawie” Marta Klimkiewicz z Fundacja ClientEarth Prawnicy dla Ziemi. Jak zaznaczyła, negatywne stanowisko rządu Donalda Tuska jest dla wszystkich ogromnym zaskoczeniem i nie ma podstaw merytorycznych. Może zatem chodzić o względy czysto polityczne.– Przez Polskę przetaczały się protesty rolników sprzeciwiających się europejskiemu zielonemu ładowi, którego częścią jest Nature Restoration Law – stwierdziła Klimkiewicz akcentując przy tym, że rozporządzenie nie wnosi żadnych zobowiązań czy obciążeń dla rolników. Mało tego, to oni sami w praktyce powinni być zainteresowani wcieleniem go w życie.– Bez skoordynowanych wielkoskalowych działań na rzecz ochrony przyrody Europa będzie doświadczać coraz bardziej katastrofalnych skutków zmian klimatycznych. Przyroda ma być naszym buforem przed suszami, powodziami, wichurami, przed całą gamą negatywnych zjawisk, które mają wpływ nie tylko na społeczeństwo, ale i na całą gospodarkę – tłumaczyła ekspertka.Dodając, że zgodnie z przeprowadzonymi licznymi analizami każda złotówka czy euro zainwestowane w odbudowę przyrody przyniesie od ośmiu do dziesięciu razy większy zwrot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the final episode of Harvest in London. We're wrapping up with a grand finale, featuring a double interview with Wade Davies, the Canadian explorer and influential advocate for the world's indigenous cultures, and Howard Covington, Chair of the Clientearth board—an organization dedicated to enforcing environmental laws worldwide. This special interview was orchestrated by one of Harvest Series' founders, Burak, and I must say, I couldn't be happier with the result. In this conversation, you'll witness two environmental activists from different arenas engaging in a peaceful dialogue. From electric cars to catastrophism, lobbing or which advice to give to the next generations, they cover it all. Join us as we delve into their insightful discussion, which took place during the Harvest Series event at Koko in London.You can follow us on Instagram : @Harvestseries, or @rose.claverie for updatesand watch our filmed podcast or speakers on Youtube : Harvest Series.Sound editing by @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya : Joel Moriasi, Hanan Yasir and teamMusic by ChambordArtwork : Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersThe founders of Harvest Series are Burak Öymen and Roman Carel.

9 czerwca 2024 zbliża się wielkimi krokami. To ważna data - tego dnia w wyborach parlamentarnych wybierzemy osoby, które przez najbliższe pięć lat będą reprezentować Polskę w Brukseli i dbać (lub nie) o nasze interesy. Czym jest i jak działa Parlament Europejski? Dlaczego jest ważny? Jaką rolę będą mieli w nim polscy politycy i polityczki, których wybierzemy w czerwcu? Na te pytania odpowiada Ilona Jędrasik, prezeska fundacji ClientEarth - Prawnicy dla Ziemi, która od lat zajmuje się polityką klimatyczną i energetyczną.Rozmawiamy o tym, jak przekonać do głosowania osobę, która nie zamierza iść do urny? Co powinniśmy wziąć pod uwagę wybierając polityków i polityczki do PE? Dlaczego do walki ze zmianą klimatu potrzebujemy Unii? A także o tym, dlaczego lepiej głosować na człowieka, niż na partię? Zapraszam do słuchania!Odcinek został zrealizowany we współpracy z Fundacją Szkoła Liderów i jest finansowany przez kampanię #BrukselaToNieKurort.  Zachęcam do wejścia na stronę www.brukselatoniekurort.pl i udostępniania akcji dalej! Dodatkowe informacje:Dlaczego w Polsce od ponad 20 lat nie powstał żaden park narodowy? - rozmowa z Martą Klimkiewicz z ClientEarthrozmowa o ustawie o ochronie klimatu z Zuzanną Rudzińską-Bluszcz z ClientEarthrozmowa o negocjacjach klimatycznych z Anną Frączyk z ClientEarthdziałania ClientEarth możecie śledzić na Instagramie, Twitterze, Facebooku i stronie wwwJeśli podobają Ci się tematy, które poruszam w podcaście, więcej znajdziesz tu:Instagram: http://bit.ly/3Vene60  YouTube: http://bit.ly/3iddUR7  TikTok: http://bit.ly/3gDdaob  Realizacja: Justyna Czyszczoń - redakcjaIrena Suska - montażP & C Paulina Górska | Varsovia Lab.

For the first time anywhere, a law will make carbon polluters financially liable for climate damage.Here is part 1, about Vermont's groundbreaking Climate Superfund Bill. With independent climate journalist Dana Drugmand and climate litigation expert Nigel Brook, the discussion explores the implications of this pioneering legislation, its potential impact on fossil fuel companies, and the broader context of climate litigation globally.Dana Drugmand Vermont's Climate Superfund Bill- Grassroots advocacy and the Make Big Oil Pay campaign.- Impact of the 2023 Vermont floods on the bill's momentum.Climate Attribution Science- Differentiation between event attribution and source attribution.- The role of key studies like the Carbon Majors report in linking emissions to specific companies.Legal Challenges and Future Outlook- Anticipated legal battles and possible federal court involvement.- Speculations on the bill's impact if passed and potential ripple effects globally.Nigel BrookEuropean Court of Human Rights - Klimaseniorren- Discussion on the ECHR ruling against the Swiss government for inadequate climate protection.- Nigel explains its significance and potential for inspiring similar cases in Europe and globally.ClientEarth Case and Potential for Future Litigation- Analysis of the ClientEarth case in English courts and its implications.- Speculation on how new precedents might affect future climate litigation efforts.Vermont's Climate Superfund Bill's Global Impact- Discussion on how Vermont's Climate Superfund Bill might influence global climate accountability efforts.- Potential parallels with existing U.S. lawsuits against oil majors.Tobacco Litigation Parallel and Future of Climate Accountability- Comparison of climate litigation to past tobacco lawsuits.- Potential outcomes if the Vermont bill sets a precedent.Guests:- Dana Drugman - Independent climate journalist, founder of One Earth Now and expert on climate litigation and policy. - Nigel Brook - Consultant with Clyde & Co., specialising in climate risk and litigation.Connect- LinkedIn- BlueSkyinfo@wickedproblems.ukRate and Review us: Spotify | Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ART, SUSTAINABILITY & FUNDRAISING. Victoria Siddall is a non-executive Director of Frieze, a co-founder and trustee of Gallery Climate Coalition, and the Founding Director of Murmur, a new initiative that enables the worlds of visual arts and music to play their part in combatting the climate crisis. A strategic advisor to museums and businesses on art, sustainability and fundraising, Siddall is Chair of the board of trustees of Studio Voltaire, Cultural Trustee of the National Portrait Gallery and a trustee of the Ampersand Foundation UK. “Frieze Masters was the first fair that I launched and ran as Director.” “The aim is to unite the art and music industries and channel funds into the most impactful climate initiatives.” “Artists are really at the heart of the whole art ecosystem, so the investment there is critical.”

In this episode of "The Cone Zone," Jesus delves into the critical topic of carbon storage in forests and introduces the innovative Reforest America Carbon Program by American Forests. Ben Rushakoff, from American Forests, provides insights into how this program connects landowners with carbon finance to fund climate-smart reforestation projects. The discussion touches upon the program's objectives, partnership opportunities for corporations seeking nature-based climate solutions, and its differentiation from traditional carbon credit systems. Rushakoff emphasizes the importance of planting carbon-rich, climate-adapted forests and outlines the unique qualities of such forests. Despite the high cost of reforestation, it is hailed as the lowest-cost method of carbon removal from the atmosphere. The episode explores factors influencing reforestation costs and compares them to other carbon capture methods. Rushakoff shares perspectives on the viability of carbon storage and capture technology versus natural carbon sinks, advocating for a balanced approach. He also discusses the program's impact on forests, communities, and emissions, along with future prospects and ideal outcomes. References:  Carbon financing. American Forests. (2024, March 18). https://www.americanforests.org/project/racp/  How forests store carbon. Penn State Extension. (n.d.). https://extension.psu.edu/how-forests-store-carbon#:~:text=Forests%20are%20an%20important%20carbon,planting%20occurs%20on%20the%20landscape  Lindsey, R. (2023, April 9). Climate change: Atmospheric carbon dioxide. NOAA Climate.gov. https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/climate-change-atmospheric-carbon-dioxide  Person, Bardeen, S., & Peterson, C. (2023, November 15). Are carbon offsets actually working?. Public Policy Institute of California. https://www.ppic.org/blog/are-carbon-offsets-actually-working/  What is a carbon sink?. ClientEarth. (n.d.). https://www.clientearth.org/latest/news/what-is-a-carbon-sink/ Additional Material:  What are greenhouse gasses?  https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases What is carbon finance? https://www.americanforests.org/project/racp/ What is Verra?  https://verra.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBleuqgUNhpwWziD_ignFz1tBtf9TMFJoDv5RA_-ERNt6cH4f1_LrPt1gaAhQ-EALw_wcB The producers of The Cone Zone strongly believe in the value of open discourse, and the right to freedom of expression. We would like to remind listeners that the views and comments expressed by our guests are theirs and theirs alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions and perspectives of the Cone Zone's project sponsors or affiliates, including American Forests, the California Climate Action Corps and California Volunteers.

In this episode, I caught up with an old friend James Thornton – an Environmental lawyer, TED speaker, and the CEO and Founder of ClientEarth, a global non-profit environmental law organisation.James's legal strategies have led to groundbreaking legal victories in the fight against climate change, air pollution, and biodiversity loss. His work at ClientEarth focuses on holding governments and corporations accountable for environmental harm.He's also an ordained Zen Buddhist priest and a prolific writer, and his new book, Nature My Teacher, is a collection of essays about our connection with the natural world.TakeawaysChina's ultra fast approach to environmental lawEnforcing change through the lawReconnecting with nature to overcome climate anxietyChapters(00:00) Introduction(00:26) Inspiration for Client Earth(03:55) Balancing law and compassion(05:18) Dealing with anxiety and taking action(09:40) Taking care of oneself: The Donkey(13:09) Proudest cases at Client Earth(17:10) Sources of cases(18:58) Client Earth's work in china(22:23) Using the law to enforce change(25:02) Exploring the flow of money(27:41) Message: Nature, My TeacherLinks:Nature, My Teacher bookhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Nature-My-Teacher-Alive-Threat/dp/1909954934Visit Client Earth's Websitehttps://www.clientearth.org/Visit Ben's Website:https://bensaunders.com/Subscribe to the New Frontiers Newsletter:https://bensaunders.substack.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of our banking litigation podcast, we consider some recent cases that will be most relevant to in-house lawyers at banks and financial institutions. This episode is hosted by John Corrie, a partner in our banking litigation team, who is joined by Ceri Morgan and special guest Scott Warin. You can find links to our blogs on the cases covered in this podcast below: • The Supreme Court's judgment in Philipp v Barclays: key takeaways for financial institutions executing customer payments https://hsfnotes.com/bankinglitigation/2023/07/14/the-supreme-courts-judgment-in-philipp-v-barclays-key-takeaways-for-financial-institutions-executing-customer-payments/ • High Court confirms refusal of permission for ClientEarth derivative action against Shell directors https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/25/high-court-confirms-refusal-of-permission-for-clientearth-derivative-action-against-shell-directors/ • High Court refuses permission to continue derivative claim against bank as an alleged shadow director https://hsfnotes.com/bankinglitigation/2023/07/04/high-court-refuses-permission-to-continue-derivative-claim-against-bank-as-an-alleged-shadow-director/ • Supreme Court decision today means most existing UK litigation funding agreements likely to be unenforceable https://hsfnotes.com/bankinglitigation/2023/07/26/supreme-court-decision-today-means-most-existing-uk-litigation-funding-agreements-likely-to-be-unenforceable/ • UK government confirms plans for compulsory mediation in the County Court and decides against statutory regulation of the mediation sector https://hsfnotes.com/adr/2023/08/01/uk-government-confirms-plans-for-compulsory-mediation-in-the-county-court-and-decides-against-statutory-regulation-of-the-mediation-sector/ • English Commercial Court takes rare decision to refuse enforcement of arbitration award on public policy grounds in crypto case https://hsfnotes.com/arbitration/2023/07/17/english-commercial-court-takes-rare-decision-to-refuse-enforcement-of-arbitration-award-on-public-policy-grounds-in-crypto-case/ Don't forget to subscribe to the banking litigation blog https://hsfnotes.com/bankinglitigation/subscribe/

In this 20th episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts, we look at the High Court's decision dismissing ClientEarth's attempt to bring a derivative action against Shell's directors, the Supreme Court's rather dramatic recent decision on litigation funding agreements, a brief update on a development relating to representative actions, some interesting recent contract law cases, and a Supreme Court judgment which clarifies the extent of a bank's duties in paying out from customer accounts. This episode is hosted by Maura McIntosh, a professional support consultant in our litigation team, who is joined by Sarah McNally, an insurance disputes partner, and Ceri Morgan, a professional support consultant in our banking litigation team. Below you can find links to our blog posts on the developments and cases covered in this podcast. • High Court confirms refusal of permission for ClientEarth derivative action against Shell directors https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/25/high-court-confirms-refusal-of-permission-for-clientearth-derivative-action-against-shell-directors/ • Supreme Court decision today means most existing UK litigation funding agreements likely to be unenforceable https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/26/supreme-court-decision-today-means-most-existing-uk-litigation-funding-agreements-likely-to-be-unenforceable/ • High Court allows claim in respect of secret commissions to proceed as “opt-out” representative action under CPR 19.6 https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/03/01/high-court-allows-claim-in-respect-of-secret-commissions-to-proceed-as-opt-out-representative-action-under-cpr-19-6/ • Commercial Court finds indemnities covered negligence where no express reference https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/06/22/commercial-court-finds-indemnities-covered-negligence-where-no-express-reference/ • Liability caps: importance of clear drafting https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/10/liability-caps-importance-of-clear-drafting/ • Warranty & Indemnity insurance: claim failed as no breach of warranty established https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/19/warranty-indemnity-insurance-claim-failed-as-no-breach-of-warranty-established/ • Supreme Court clarifies so-called Quincecare duty on financial institutions executing customer payments https://hsfnotes.com/litigation/2023/07/14/supreme-court-clarifies-so-called-quincecare-duty-on-financial-institutions-executing-customer-payments/

In this episode of The Accounting Podcast, Blake and David discuss the economic impact of Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour," Microsoft's CoPilot price with AI, the SEC vs Ripple case decision, the launch of FedNow, and a bill proposed by two senators to ban lawmakers from owning stocks. They also dig into stories about Apple's work on AppleGPT, software spending rising 25% over the last 12 months, the 150-hour rule, and the lack of black accountants in the profession. They dive into a case study for good marketing in accounting, ClientEarth warning Big 6 audit firms to protect the planet, a WSJ editorial board blaming accounting shortage on Biden, and close with a few fast QuickBooks stories, and much more! SponsorsLiveFlow - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/liveflowZoho - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/zohoAccruer - http://accountingpodcast.promo/accruerChapters (00:04) - Preview: Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" economic impact (00:53) - Welcome to The Accounting Podcast and a quick overview of topics for this episode (03:16) - Microsoft announces CoPilot price with AI (10:24) - SEC vs Ripple case decision (19:08) - FedNow finally launched (25:16) - Two senators are proposing bill on ban of lawmakers owning stocks (27:50) - Blake checks in on the live chat (28:30) - Apple working on AppleGPT (30:46) - Software spending rose 25% over the last 12 months (33:12) - Article on the 150-hour rule and lack of black accountants in the profession (35:54) - Blake and David look at a case study for good marketing in accounting (39:11) - Taylor Swift's billion-dollar impact on the economy (42:15) - ClientEarth warning Big 6 audit firms to protect the planet (44:31) - WSJ editorial board blames accounting shortage on Biden (51:04) - Bench Accounting (51:41) - 3 fast QuickBooks stories (54:01) - Accounting startup Dougs raises $27 million (55:06) - Shopify builds in a Zoom cost calculator (56:59) - Shopify releases AI update (01:00:49) - Blake reads some listener mail (01:04:01) - Wrap up and where to reach David and Blake Need CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: https://earmarkcpeShow NotesSens. Kirsten Gillibrand and Josh Hawley to unveil a bill to bar executive-branch members and lawmakers from owning stock in individual companies      https://www.wsj.com/articles/senators-to-propose-ban-on-u-s-lawmakers-executive-branch-members-owning-stock-6db6411 New comment on "339. 15-Year-Old Passes CPA Exam; NY Requires Independent Audits of AI Hiring Processes"     https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgzGtwCxwDBHndZBtfKHkBgCgXhpr Taylor Swift's Economic Impact Has Caught the Eye of the Fedhttps://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/taylor-swifts-economic-impact-catches-attention-federal-reserve-hotel-revenue-2023-7 After bootstrapping for 8 years, accounting startup Dougs raises $27 million | TechCrunchhttps://techcrunch.com/2023/07/04/after-bootstrapping-for-8-years-accounting-startup-dougs-raises-27-million/ Shopify's crusade against Zoom meetings now includes a cost calculator: 'Most of the modern work environment is broken' https://fortune.com/2023/07/12/remote-work-zoom-meeting-shopify-cost-calculator-modern-work-broken/ Shopify Sidekick video    https://twitter.com/tobi/status/1679114154756669441?s=20 Bridging the Gap: Between the Generations          https://www.intuitiveaccountant.com/education-hub/training-center/bridging-the-gap-between-the-generations/ ☕️ NOW, FED ☙ Friday, July 21, 2023 ☙ C&C NEWS

#644. On today's pod Ed talks to Chris Duncan from ClientEarth, an activist environmental organisation, about INEOS and the company's impact.If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. Keep us ad free - Friend of the Show status for just £1.No Question About That is available on Apple, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write us a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Organizacja ClientEarth Prawnicy dla Ziemi przygotowała pierwszy w Polsce projekt ustawy o ochronie klimatu. Co znalazło się w tym dokumencie, jakie ma szanse na polityczne poparcie i w jakich krajach obowiązują już podobne przepisy o tym rozmawiamy w nowym Zielonym Podcaście. Gościem Zielonego Podcastu jest Wojciech Kukuła, Senior Lawyer w fundacji ClientEarth Prawnicy dla Ziemi. Projekt do znalezienia tutaj: https://www.clientearth.pl/poznaj-glowne-zalozenia-projektu-ustawy-o-ochronie-klimatu/

The environmental law charity ClientEarth and 13 other groups headed into a Flemish court this week in an effort to stop Ineos building a petrochemical plant that would be the biggest project of its kind in Europe for 30 years. Madeleine Finlay hears from correspondent Sandra Laville about how plastics are made, the environmental and health impacts of the process and what needs to be done to get a handle on plastic pollution. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

How are the courts reshaping client action? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with Amy Rose, Global Director of Litigation, Governance and Legal Services for ClientEarth, about what strategic impact litigation represents; how constitutional and human rights theories are providing a framework for climate legal action; and why the courts, not policymakers, may well end up reshaping definitions of ESG and greenwashing. Amy Rose is Global Director of Litigation, Governance and Legal Services for ClientEarth. She specialises in strategic impact litigation and oversees the strategy and management of ClientEarth's diverse and growing litigation portfolio. Amy headed the ClientEarth Strategic Litigation Programme which laid the groundwork for bringing litigation at scale across Europe. She focuses on supporting our legal teams to bring a wide range of climate and environmental cases across Europe and around the world. Amy also manages ClientEarth's organisational Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework, and sits on the Risk and Compliance Committee, ensuring compliance with ethical and practice of the law obligations of ClientEarth lawyers licensed in over 15 countries. 

En janvier, trois ONG ont assigné Danone en justice pour non-respect de son devoir de vigilance. Une procédure inédite. C'est Surfrider Foundation Europe qui est à l'initiative avec Zero Waste France et ClientEarth. Danone est accusée de ne pas en faire assez en matière de déplastification. Entretien avec le porte-parole de Surfrider Foundation Europe. Selon les chiffres du groupe agroalimentaire, Danone a consommé plus de plastique en 2021 qu'en 2020. Si le groupe affirme qu'elle fait beaucoup en termes de recyclage, ces ONG lui rétorquent que le recyclage n'est pas la solution. En effet, seuls 9% des déchets sont recyclés dans le monde. Et ce n'est pas parce qu'une bouteille est en plastique recyclé qu'elle ne se retrouvera pas également au fond des océans. Selon Surfirder, il faut aller vers plus de réemploi, et vers la fin programmée du plastique en le remplaçant par du verre par exemple. Et ce sont précisément les grands groupes comme Danone qui ont le pouvoir d‘impulser des changements. « Si les entreprises ne prennent pas le pas pour aider les consommateurs à changer eux-mêmes leur consommation, qui le fera ? », interroge Lionel Cheylus. Les ONG attaquent de plus en plus les grands groupes mais aussi l'Etat quand elles estiment qu'elles ne sont pas à la hauteur de leur mission. Des ONG qui ont besoin de nouveaux modes d'action pour faire respecter la législation. Surfrider est en première ligne, en pointe dans la lutte pour la protection des océans depuis plus de 30 ans. L'ONG est notamment pionnière en matière de collecte des déchets, une façon de documenter cette pollution et d'alimenter une base de données. Une façon aussi de sensibiliser.

This episode of Compliance Clarified looks at the UK enforcement outlook for 2023 and, notably, the work of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Change is in the air with the arrival of Ashley Alder as chairman from Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission and the upcoming departure this spring of Mark Steward, the FCA's long-serving enforcement director.In this episode, Alexander Robson, managing editor, is joined by Rachel Wolcott and Lindsey Rogerson, senior editors in London, to consider the likely impact of the FCA's work on compliance professionals this year.The regulator has had a busy start to 2023, completing historic enforcement actions and imposing big fines for infractions of anti-money laundering rules, as well as filing criminal charges in an alleged insider dealing and money laundering case. Steward would surely like to complete as many cases as possible before he goes, particularly the ones started under his watch.Programme notes:OUTLOOK 2023 - Financial Services and Markets Bill to set stage for post-Brexit financial regulation, new FCA chair and enforcement head arrive (paywall): https://regintel.thomsonreuters.com/#ri/resolve/shorturl/%7B%22shortUrl%22%3A%22Krs7La%22%7DFirst statutory notice Campbell and Associates Independent Financial Advice Limited: www.fca.org.uk/publication/supervisory-notices/first-supervisory-notice-campbell-associates-independent-financial-advice-limited-2023.pdfDetails of the ClientEarth judicial review of the Financial Conduct Authority: www.reuters.com/business/energy/uk-watchdog-faces-lawsuit-climate-group-over-energy-company-prospectus-2023-02-16/Saranac (Tom Kalaris) decision notice: www.fca.org.uk/publication/decision-notices/saranac-partners-limited-2022.pdfOPINION: Money laundering fines for Guaranty and Al Rayan: examples of warnings going unheeded (paywall): http://go-ri.tr.com/Jf43y4 The "Compliance Clarified" podcast series covers the wide range of topics which affect compliance at financial services firms, and it aims to help compliance officers make sense of the often-challenging regulatory environment.Compliance Clarified covers the big challenges of the day and offers practical ideas for emerging good practice.

Hello! Climate change litigation has come on a long way since the 2000 blockbuster film Erin Brockovich. There's been a huge rise globally in the number of cases being filed against negligent governments and corporations, but what does this mean for our efforts to tackle the climate crisis? We hear from Catherine Higham, policy fellow at LSE, and Laura Clarke from ClientEarth about the kinds of climate-related cases being thrashed out in court. We then cross the pond to Canada, where 15-year-old climate activist Sophia Mathur has been busy suing the Ontario government. We find out what inspired her to act, and what her hopes for the future are.Plus: Where did Ed go for a *bracing* open water swim this week?GuestsCatherine Higham, Policy Fellow, Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, LSE (@CatherineHigha3, @GRI_LSE)Laura Clarke, CEO, ClientEarth (@LauraClarkeCE, @ClientEarth) Sophia Mathur, Climate Activist (@sophiamathur)More infoGlobal Trends in Climate Litigation 2022 (Report, Grantham Research Institute, LSE)Learn more about ClientEarth's workLearn more about Sophia's journey to becoming an activistWhy 2023 will be a watershed year for climate litigation (Article, The Guardian)Sign up to The Wave: the newsletter about climate litigation and justiceLinks to additional cases mentioned can be found on our website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode will give you hope and a sense that the tide is actually turning, if just thinking about the state of our planet makes you sad or fearful, then. Our guest—Elspeth Jones—is the warm, funny, brilliant Deputy CEO of an environmental law charity called ClientEarth whose main client is just what the name implies: their client is our planet! Turns out, there is a group of global lawyers whose only client is The Earth. And with a support team of experts in conservation, they are defending our planet and making real change legally binding. (00:00- 04:37) OPENING (04:48- 13:34) What is ClientEarth? ClientEarth was founded by James Thornton in 2008 Law as a powerful tool Enhance law that already exists Lawyers that are qualified from all over the world How ClientEarth is funded? Sense of purpose (13:35- 24:15) Stories that matter BOOK: The Little Gardener by Emily Hughes Even a group of small people can catalyze big change in the world Torres Strait Islands Case United Nation's Human Rigths Committee Australia A case with a lot of first Yessie Mosby Indonesia Strict legal precedent Pushing the judges in terms of their cultural thinking (24:16- 27:21) BREAK (27:22- 36:44) Reasons to be optimist Law that bans the products that links to deforestation Deforestation The new law will protect about 278 sq miles PODCAST: Helping the Rainforest at the Click of a Button with Chochi Iturralde Change the law and the culture change follows (36:45- 43:04) The gratitude economy Every dollar/pound that you spend is a vote for the world that you want to live in Greenwashing Labels that are trustworthy (43:05- 49:35) I wish people knew No one is too small to make a difference ClientEarth launch a case to tackle air pollution in the UK We all have different talents and there are many ways that we can deploy that change Accidental niche (49:36- 59:37) Resources Spreading the word Unleashing the full potential 12-month process of optimization Leverage the law to make changes Plastics plant (59:38- 01:01:11) CLOSING

ClientEarth helps shape new laws and enforce old ones to protect the planet and its most vulnerable inhabitants.

ClientEarth helps shape new laws and enforce old ones to protect the planet and its most vulnerable inhabitants.

Client Earth e la Lipu hanno avviato un'azione legale contro la Regione Lazio, i comuni di Caprarola e Ronciglione (Prov. Viterbo) e contro l'Autorità per il servizio idrico, per non aver adottato misure di salvaguardia delle acque della zone, a cominciare da quelle del lago di Vico, recentemente dichiarate non potabili. Ne parliamo conLara Fornabaio, giurista di ClientEarth.

Lawsuits aimed at green-house gas emissions are a growing trend, and better science is making them more precise. As ESG comes under attack, could these suits represent a different front in pressuring companies to act on climate change?On this week's episode, hosts Alice Fulwood and Mike Bird speak with our environment editor Catherine Brahic about the rise in climate litigation aimed at holding companies responsible for climate change. Then, we head to Peru, to meet the farmer at the centre of a potentially seismic court case against Germany's largest electricity firm. Finally, Sophie Marjanac of the environmental organisation ClientEarth explains why the law can be a useful way to outline the responsibilities of corporations when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions and who pays the costs of a warming planet.Sign up for our new weekly newsletter dissecting the big themes in markets, business and the economy at www.economist.com/moneytalks For full access to print, digital and audio editions, subscribe to The Economist at www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawsuits aimed at green-house gas emissions are a growing trend, and better science is making them more precise. As ESG comes under attack, could these suits represent a different front in pressuring companies to act on climate change?On this week's episode, hosts Alice Fulwood and Mike Bird speak with our environment editor Catherine Brahic about the rise in climate litigation aimed at holding companies responsible for climate change. Then, we head to Peru, to meet the farmer at the centre of a potentially seismic court case against Germany's largest electricity firm. Finally, Sophie Marjanac of the environmental organisation ClientEarth explains why the law can be a useful way to outline the responsibilities of corporations when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions and who pays the costs of a warming planet.Sign up for our new weekly newsletter dissecting the big themes in markets, business and the economy at www.economist.com/moneytalks For full access to print, digital and audio editions, subscribe to The Economist at www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ten years since the discovery of the fabled Higgs boson, can the Large Hadron Collider ever make us that excited again? Physicists are now kind of bored by the Higgs - the hype has well and truly died down. So as the LHC kicks off its third period of operation, the team asks whether there will be anything new to get them fired up again.How do large hawks land without crashing? That's what a team of researchers has been trying to find out. The team explains how their findings could help with future innovations in drone technology.ClientEarth is an environmental legal organisation, or “lawyers for the planet”, with the aim of holding companies and governments to account over net zero plans. The organisation has recently brought cases against the Dutch airline KLM and French oil giant Total Energies for alleged greenwashing. Rowan speaks with Chief Impact Officer and “head of greenwashing” Maria Krystyna Duval.A strange kind of time paradox called causal loops is being researched. As well as explaining what a causal loop is, the team explains how a large set of theoretical universes were studied to see whether this time-travel paradox could actually work. The UK is being hit by a fifth wave of coronavirus cases, with many people becoming reinfected multiple times. The team examines the possible risks of reinfection, and asks if there's an end in sight.On the pod are Rowan Hooper, Penny Sarchet, Jacob Aron, Karmela Padavic-Callaghan and Corryn Wetzel. To read about these stories and much more, subscribe at newscientist.com/podcasts.Events and discount codes:InsideTracker: insidetracker.com/NewScientistOnline event: www.newscientist.com/universeorigin20% Discount: newscientist.com/pod20 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. Globally, there has been a surge in climate lawsuits against governments and companies for failing to act on climate change and for polluting the environment. And as climate impacts are felt more strongly, the number of cases is likely to rise, as vulnerable communities, youth and environmental groups turn to the courts to drive change and find solutions.  In this episode, The Straits Times' environment correspondent Audrey Tan and climate change editor David Fogarty discuss the rise of climate litigation with Mr Sean Tseng, a legal consultant for global NGO ClientEarth and an Adjunct Research Fellow at the Asia-Pacific Centre for Environmental Law in Singapore. ClientEarth specialises in using the power of the law to take on powerful corporations and governments to force them to act on climate change, protect nature and reduce air pollution. Highlights (click/tap above): 1:32 What is climate litigation? 7:08 Why are there more climate lawsuits being filed?  12:16 How is ClientEarth approaching climate litigation in Asia?  16:56 How does climate litigation work with other climate action strategies? Produced by: Audrey Tan (audreyt@sph.com.sg), David Fogarty (dfogarty@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Subscribe to Green Pulse Podcast series and rate us on your favourite audio apps: Channel: https://str.sg/JWaf Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWaY Spotify: https://str.sg/JWag Google Podcasts: https://str.sg/J6EV  Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Follow Audrey Tan on Twitter: https://str.sg/JLMB Read her stories: https://str.sg/JLM2 Follow David Fogarty on Twitter: https://str.sg/JLM6 Read his stories: https://str.sg/JLMu --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas The Big Story: https://str.sg/wuZe Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #greenpulseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hear about how you take on a government and win in this week's Climate Quickie with legal powerhouse and founding CEO of ClientEarth, James Thornton. We revisit the clip where he shares his story about shutting down coal fired power stations in Poland, one lawsuit at a time. Pretty inspiring stuff! Enjoyed this quickie? Listen to our full-length chat with James on why the law can save the planet: https://tedxlondon.com/podcast/climate-curious-why-the-law-can-save-the-planet/

Kieran Poole and Rebecca Sherratt discuss the April edition of Insightia Monthly. This new-look magazine spans governance, stewardship, and shareholder engagement information.  The April issue explores how the SEC's new climate policy affects Scope 3 emissions, the evolution of activism in South Korea, and ClientEarth's campaign at Shell.  Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Want a guest interview or topic discussed? Tell us here.

This week: Niels Wielaard, founder of Satelligence, talks about how financial institutions are ratcheting up how they expect companies to engage with their supply chains. He outlines the importance of accurate and up to date data as companies take a due diligence approach to what are complex and challenging issues, and the unforeseen circumstances of simply shifting out of sourcing from higher-risk regions. And, Megan Passey, head of knowledge and learning at the International Cocoa Initiative, discusses the results of a cash transfer programme to support cocoa farmers in Ghana, and why such initiatives can be more effective than increasing crop price. Plus, an update from Innovation Forum's Hanna Halmari on the upcoming sustainable apparel and textiles conference. In the news digest: the International Platform for Insetting's new practical guide; Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosure launches first reporting framework; and, ClientEarth sues Shell's directors over lack of net zero preparation. Host: Ian Welsh

Director General for U.S. Affairs at the Cuban Foreign Ministry Carlos Fernández de Cossío denies reports of arbitrary detentions after mass protests in his country and instead cast blame on America's "campaign of misinformation." Then James Thornton, CEO of ClientEarth, tells Christiane Amanpour about his work to defend the natural world in the courtroom. And our Michel Martin speaks to San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin about a rise in violent crime, how the jailing of his parents informed his views on criminal justice and why he faces a recall effort to remove him from office.   To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy