Overview:
Discuss the litigation risks associated with ESG programs. This 1-hour session provides a practical guide to understanding and managing the litigation risks associated with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. As ESG programs gain prominence, so do the legal challenges around greenwashing, misrepresentation, inconsistent reporting, and stakeholder expectations.
Participants will learn how to identify and mitigate potential legal risks while ensuring their ESG efforts remain both impactful and defensible. This course is ideal for compliance officers, legal advisors, sustainability leads, and executives responsible for corporate strategy.
Course Objective:
Learn what types of ESG disclosures are appropriate, This course provides a practical overview of the legal risks tied to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. Participants will explore what ESG is, why it matters, and how even well-intentioned efforts can lead to litigation.
The session covers current legal trends-including misrepresentation, unfair trade practices, and securities fraud-and offers actionable strategies to reduce risk. Key topics include managing voluntary disclosures, aligning with FTC’s Green Guides, and choosing credible sustainability standards to ensure ESG initiatives are both effective and defensible.
Target Audience:
This course is ideal for professionals involved in ESG strategy, legal compliance, and corporate risk management, including:
Basic Knowledge:
no prior knowledge required