OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY & ESG

As a leading law firm, we at Allen & Gledhill recognise that we have the resources and the talent to create a positive impact on the society and community which we live in, work in, and are accountable to.

We are committed to doing business responsibly. Towards that end, we were the first law firm in South-east Asia to be admitted as a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact in 2021, and we strive to uphold the Ten Principles of the global compact.

It is important that everyone in our Firm participates in our Sustainability & ESG efforts, guided by a strategy and roadmap developed through external consultants and supported by our leaders at Allen & Gledhill. We have identified six material topics, namely, Human Capital & Wellbeing, Enabling Clients’ Sustainability, Community Engagement & Pro Bono, Thought Leadership & Innovation, Ethics & Anti-Corruption and Climate Change, and we recognise that they are central to our growth as a responsible and progressive organisation.

To find out more about our CSR programme, please click here.

FIRST SINGAPORE LAW FIRM TO BECOME A SIGNATORY MEMBER OF THE UNGC

As a signatory member of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), we align strategies, culture and day-to-day operations of our Firm with globally recognised frameworks such as the UNGC’s Ten Principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and engage in collaborative projects which advance the broader development goals of the United Nations, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

As part of our commitment to the UNGC, we submit an annual Communication on Progress (COP) that describes our Firm’s efforts in support of the Ten Principles and the broader SDGs.

REDUCING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

We strive to be an excellent global citizen and recognise our responsibility to address environmental issues that would have adverse long-term effects on the earth’s ecosystems and the future of our communities. We have commissioned an international consultancy to undertake a rigorous and comprehensive assessment of our Firm’s carbon footprint and impact on greenhouse gas emissions, and map out our own sustainability roadmap ahead.

USEFUL RESOURCES

As part of our learning and sharing culture, we are pleased to share with you a collection of resources that have been specially curated by our Partners on the topic of ESG & Public Policy. These resources are targeted at helping you navigate the legal landscape of ESG, and how to pivot your company so that it may address any ESG related opportunities in its operations

The topic covered were selected by our ESG Partners based on current trends, frequently asked questions about ESG and feedback from clients and range from understanding impact investing through green financing programmes, regulatory issues on climate change, implementing in-house ESG programmes, to sustainable construction and green buildings.

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ARTICLES

No. Titles
1 Green Finance Industry Taskforce launches third consultation on green and transition taxonomy
2 Legislation to tackle harmful content on online services accessible to users in Singapore in force
3 Korea-Singapore Digital Partnership Agreement enters into force
4 Q4 2022 Review: Key ESG and public policy developments in Singapore
5 COP27: Impact on Singapore and South-east Asia
6 SGX launches initiative to recognise sustainable fixed income
7 Bill to amend Carbon Pricing Act 2018 passed to increase carbon tax rates, introduce industry transition framework and option to use eligible international credits
8 Bill passed to tackle harmful content on online services accessible to users in Singapore
9 Singapore and China agree 19 MOUs and seek to strengthen cooperation in green finance and capital markets
10 Q3 2022 Review: Key ESG and public policy developments in Singapore
11 Singapore and Australia sign green economy agreement to advance trade and environmental sustainability
12 SID Directors Conference 2022: Navigating greenwashing in ESG
13 Bill introduced to tackle harmful content on online services accessible to users in Singapore
14 Bill introduced to amend Carbon Pricing Act 2018: Increase in carbon tax, industry transition framework and option to use eligible international carbon credits
15 Code of practice on chief executives’ and board of directors’ WSH duties launched, to be gazetted by October 2022
17 Q2 2022 Review: Key ESG and public policy developments in Singapore
18 MAS issues circular on disclosure and reporting guidelines for retail ESG funds effective from 2023
19 Singapore and Malaysia to deepen cooperation in digital economy and green economy
20 MTI seeks feedback on proposed legislation to mandate compliance with Code of Conduct for Leasing of Retail Premises in Singapore
21 MSE consults on proposed increase in carbon tax and option to use eligible international carbon credits in draft Carbon Pricing (Amendment) Bill
22 New sentencing framework for employers under the Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006
23 ACRA and SGX RegCo establish committee to advise on sustainability reporting roadmap for Singapore-incorporated companies
24 Singapore’s Green Plan: Overview of support measures and grants for sustainable developments
25 Singapore Green Bond Framework introduced for issuance of sovereign green bonds
26 Green Finance Industry Taskforce consults on second version of green and transition taxonomy
27 Q1 2022 Review: Key ESG and public policy developments in Singapore
28 The Corporate Governance Review (12 Ed, 2022)
29 Practical Law: Employment Litigation and Timelines
30 MOM announces upcoming changes to Employment Pass eligibility
31 Budget 2022: Key highlights
32 Energy (Resilience Measures and Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 2021 partially in force from 29 January 2022
33 The Energy Mergers & Acquisition Review (3 Ed, 2021)
34 2021 in Review
35 SGX mandates climate and board diversity disclosures
36 COP26: Commitments from Singapore and the region
37 Energy (Resilience Measures and Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill passed, MTI and EMA issue response to feedback on draft Bill
38 MAS issues revised corporate governance guidelines for designated financial holding companies, banks, direct insurers, reinsurers and captive insurers
39 EMA launches new Singapore Standard for Renewable Energy Certificates, explores geothermal energy
40 The journey to low carbon transition: An introduction to carbon pricing
41 MAS consults on proposed digital platform for FIs to share information to counter money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing
42 Singapore Institute of Directors Conference 2021: The Dawn and Permanence of ESG - Why It Matters
43 A Greater Impact: A Guide to ESG in Singapore
44 Key Insights On Initiatives and Developments Following National Day Rally Speech 2021
45 Transition to Low-carbon Electricity Generation Sources: Consultation on Energy (Resilience Measures and Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill
46 SGX Consults on Mandatory Climate and Board Diversity Disclosures
47 Green Finance Industry Taskforce launches guide for climate-related disclosures and framework for green trade finance
48 Emerging Stronger Taskforce Publishes Recommendations for a Virtually Unlimited and Sustainable Singapore in a Post-Covid-19 Economic Environment
49 Q1 2021 Review - Five Key ESG and Public Policy Developments in Singapore
50 SGX RegCo Expands Enforcement Powers and Mandates Issuers to Have Whistleblowing Policy
51 MAS Proposes to Refine Tier Structure Requirements and Introduce New Remuneration Requirements for Financial Advisory Industry
52 MAS Releases Inaugural Sustainability Report to Chart Strategy on Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability
53 MAS consults on proposed AML/CFT notices for cross-border business arrangements of capital markets intermediaries under proposed exemption frameworks
54 MAS consults on revisions to corporate governance guidelines for designated financial holding companies, banks, direct insurers, reinsurers and captive insurers
55 MAS revises Technology Risk Management Guidelines to combat heightened cyber risks
56 Singapore-Indonesia Bilateral Investment Treaty enters into force
57 Budget 2021: Key highlights
58 Q4 2020 Review: Five key public policy developments in Singapore
59 Digital Economy Partnership Agreement in force for Singapore and New Zealand from 7 January 2021
60 Vietnam’s new Law on Environmental Protection partially in force from 1 February 2021
61 The Corporate Governance Review (11 Ed, 2021)
62 The International Comparative Legal Guide to Anti-Money Laundering 2020: Singapore chapter
63 Practical Law Employment and Employee Benefits Global Guide – Employment and employee benefits in Singapore
64 Practical Law Regulation of State and Supplementary Pension Schemes in Singapore
65 Practical Law Energy and Natural Resources Global Guide: Oil and Gas Regulation in Singapore – Overview
66 Global Legal Insights to Bribery & Corruption 2020