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Nov 2024
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Navigating the ESG and Sustainability La...

Vena Solutions
About this episode
As the global push for ESG and sustainability gains momentum, CFOs find themselves translating complex mandates into actionable strategies that satisfy regulators, investors, and the bottom line alike.

Mark Lumsdon-Taylor, Partner and Head of Sustainability at MHA (an independent member of Baker-Tilly International) guides UK and global business leaders through the process of integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into their operations. 

Mark joins host Melissa Howatson to explore the impacts of UK environmental regulations, sustainability reporting, and climate-related financial disclosures. In part one of our two-part series, learn about the latest developments in sustainability regulations in both the UK and around the globe, and how companies should prepare for this complex regulatory landscape.


Discussed In This Episode:
  • The latest developments in sustainability regulations worldwide
  • How firms looking to expand globally should navigate sustainability mandates across diverse markets
  • Guidelines for appointing the right team of advisors to manage regulatory complexity.
  • The importance of adopting a long-term approach (3-5 years) to effectively navigate complex regulations, mitigate potential risks, and implement ESG strategies that enhance market value.
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