Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues are central concerns for Boards and management teams across New Zealand, with calls for greater transparency on ESG matters coming from a wide range of stakeholders, and increasing levels of regulatory, legal and reputational risk. Organisations that put ESG at the heart of their decision-making will be well placed both to respond to the increasing risks and to take advantage of the opportunities that arise in relation to the full spectrum of ESG issues, including the transition to a low-emissions future.
We aim to keep you up-to-date and provide you with the latest insights into ESG issues facing businesses in Aotearoa New Zealand. Click on the links in the table below to access our latest thought leadership in this area.
ESG Blog
Access our ESG Blog series here:
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PublicationWill New Zealand get a modern slavery regime?
20/05/2025 -
PublicationCourt of Appeal considers judicial review principles in climate case
03/04/2025 -
PublicationSubmissions open on Right to Repair Bill
28/02/2025 -
Publication"Woke banking" (and other financial institutions) bill to proceed to first reading
25/02/2025 -
PublicationWhat’s in store for CRDs in 2025?
19/12/2024 -
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FMA releases first monitoring report on climate-related disclosures
05/12/2024 -
PublicationESG 2024 round-up and outlook for 2025
19/11/2024 -
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Climate adaptation: where to from here?
01/11/2024 -
PublicationClimate-related disclosures: Consultation on extensions to adoption provisions
08/10/2024 -
Publication5 Key Takeaways from the Climate Change and Business Conference 2024
12/09/2024 -
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Second emissions reduction plan: an opportunity for engagement on key policy details
30/07/2024 -
PublicationSupreme Court allows Smith climate change challenge to proceed to trial
08/02/2024 -
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Sustainable finance taxonomy on the horizon for New Zealand
28/03/2024 -
Publication5 key takeaways from the Sustainability Leaders' Summit 2023
08/12/2023 -
PublicationNature for Business – reflections on our conversation with Vicky Robertson
09/11/2023 -
SeriesLet's Talk Climate
04/10/2023 -
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2023 ESG Overview: Our Contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand | Tō tātou ki Aotearoa
25/10/2023 -
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Australia "greenwashing" updates – guidance and proceedings issued
21/08/2023 -
PublicationGovernment greenlights modern slavery legislation for New Zealand
01/08/2023 -
PublicationClimate-related disclosures update: multiple consultations and guidance documents released
29/06/2023 -
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Why low-emission credentials are increasingly critical when raising capital
19/06/2023 -
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Climate change directors' duties: High Court of England and Wales dismisses novel claim (ClientEarth v Shell plc)
24/05/2023 -
PublicationFreshwater allocation under the Natural and Built Environment Bill
16/05/2023 -
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Open for consultation: Climate Change Commission's advice on the second emissions reduction plan
28/04/2023 -
PublicationEnabling renewable energy generation and electricity transmission in Aotearoa – new consultation documents released
21/04/2023 -
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Climate Change Commission urges Government to reduce ETS unit supply and raise trigger prices
14/04/2023 -
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Reform of the emissions trading scheme: changes on the horizon
31/03/2023 -
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RBNZ seeks feedback on guidance for managing climate-related risks
30/03/2023 -
PublicationAML/CFT Act review: Draft regulations released for consultation
03/03/2023 -
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Action by Australian regulators highlights greenwashing risks for financial institutions and other businesses
02/03/2023 -
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Climate Change Outlook 2023
16/02/2023 -
PublicationEnvironment, Planning and Natural Resources: What to expect in 2024
08/02/2024
