We assist clients in structuring and issuing green bonds, sustainable bonds, and other debt instruments that fund projects with environmental or social benefits. Our team advises on the compliance with international standards, such as the Green Bond Principles (GBP), Social Bond Principles (SBP), and Sustainability Bond Guidelines (SBG). We help clients navigate the regulatory landscape, ensuring transparency and credibility in their sustainable debt offerings.

We advise asset managers, institutional investors, and private equity firms on incorporating ESG factors into their investment strategies. Our team helps clients develop sustainable investment frameworks, implement ESG due diligence processes, and ensure that their portfolios align with global standards and best practices. We also provide guidance on impact investing and the measurement of non-financial performance to achieve both financial returns and positive social or environmental impact.

As more businesses integrate sustainability into their capital structures, ESG-linked financing products—such as sustainability-linked loans and bonds—have gained traction. We assist clients in structuring and negotiating these products, which tie financing terms to the achievement of ESG performance targets. Our team ensures that clients meet the evolving demands of investors and regulators while optimising their financing conditions.

The regulatory framework around sustainable finance is rapidly evolving, with new laws, standards, and disclosure requirements emerging at the local, regional, and international levels. Our team advises clients on compliance with these regulations, including the EU Taxonomy, the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). We also help clients with sustainability reporting, ensuring that their disclosures are clear, accurate, and aligned with best practices.

Impact investing is focused on generating measurable, positive social or environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. We advise clients on structuring impact investments, identifying opportunities in sectors such as renewable energy, social infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Our team also provides guidance on the measurement and reporting of impact, helping clients demonstrate the tangible benefits of their investments.

Financing sustainable supply chains is a critical component of a company’s ESG strategy. We support clients in developing financing structures that promote sustainable practices throughout their supply chains. This includes advising on green trade finance, supplier financing programmes, and innovative models that incentivise suppliers to adopt more sustainable practices.

We assist clients in structuring and financing large-scale projects with strong sustainability components, including renewable energy projects, energy efficiency initiatives, and sustainable infrastructure. Our team helps clients access project finance through green or sustainability-linked instruments, ensuring that the financing structure aligns with both the project’s sustainability goals and the financial interests of investors.

For businesses integrating sustainability into their broader strategy, we offer advice on aligning financial operations with ESG objectives. This includes helping clients set ambitious sustainability targets, developing long-term sustainability strategies, and navigating the intersection of corporate finance and sustainability. Our team ensures that clients’ financing strategies support their overall environmental and social goals.

We provide legal support in preparing for and managing ESG ratings and due diligence processes. Our team helps clients assess their ESG performance, identify areas for improvement, and manage their relationships with rating agencies. We also advise on the integration of ESG considerations into mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes and corporate transactions, ensuring that businesses meet the growing demands of investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.

As the sustainable finance landscape evolves, innovative financial products and solutions are emerging to address complex environmental and social challenges. Our team helps clients develop and structure new sustainable finance products, including blended finance, impact bonds, and carbon credits, ensuring that they meet market needs while aligning with global sustainability goals.