Rishi Sunak’s recent announcement about a government “U-turn” on the UK’s net zero commitments provides an opportune moment to consider why businesses should care about the energy performance of their…
Energy efficiency in buildings: why should businesses care? Read More »
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) concerns are becoming more central to the way businesses operate, including with respect to how employees are treated. One area where this can be seen
ESG in M&A: how to do things right for your employees Read More »
Legacy development projects, promoted by a stewardship estate owner in collaboration with an aligned developer, are playing an increasingly prominent role not only in delivering better and more resilient communities,
Biodiversity Net Gain: the answer to sustainable development Read More »
In this briefing on ESG, our experts from across Farrer & Co’s banking, reputation management, employment, commercial and corporate teams set out their key ESG themes for our business clients
Key themes for ESG in 2023 Read More »
Solar farms have become a particularly attractive option in recent years as rural estates look to diversify and increase income streams. However, turning large parts of an estate over to…
Solar farms and Inheritance Tax Read More »
On 1 April 2023 it will become unlawful to continue to let commercial properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of lower than E, bringing them into line with
Don’t MEES the boat: how the impending changes will affect rural estates Read More »
“How far should one generation be given freedom to dispose of property in ways that will restrict the freedom of the next?” That was the question posed in 1998 by
Conservation covenants: thinking outside the BNG box Read More »
We highlight some common sustainability priorities for UK-based investor landlords and tenants.
Three steps to energy efficient properties Read More »
Following on from the UK Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan, the Environment Act became law at the end of 2021. One of the most significant aspects of this wide-reaching act
Planning pipeline: biodiversity net gain Read More »
After much toing and froing the Environment Act 2021 (Act) finally received Royal Assent at the end of 2021. The biodiversity net gain (BNG) sections may not be in force
Legal agreements for biodiversity net gain Read More »
