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ESG Update – March 2026

27 February 2026 / Author(s): Ying-Peng Chin
Issue: March 2026 / Categories: ESG Update
Company: A&O Shearman

Transition planning has been gaining traction globally. The uptick in regulatory, policy and market-led activities around transition planning will in all likelihood magnify and accelerate the need to re-evaluate business strategy, access to finance and litigation risk. This article provides a snapshot of the state of play of transition plans for business leaders navigating the myriad of frameworks, guidance, and regulatory requirements.

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