On April 4, 2024, less than one month after their adoption, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has chosen to stay its newly adopted climate disclosure rules, pending judicial review (the “Final Rules”). This decision comes amidst a flurry of legal challenges and petitions following the March 6, 2024 adoption of the Final Rules. […]

On April 4th, 2024, French lawmakers passed a pivotal proposal aimed at limiting products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as “forever chemicals”. This legislative victory, with 186 votes in favor and none against, signifies a major leap forward in France’s environmental conservation efforts. A Landmark Decision Against PFAS for Environmental Health PFAS, pervasive in […]

From safeguarding environmental and human health to optimizing operational efficiency throughout their manufacturing processes, complying with substance volume tracking (SVT) regulations is critical for chemical manufacturers and distributors to maintain transparency, minimize risks and uphold corporate responsibility in the global marketplace. Common Challenges in SVT Compliance: 1. Data Management Managing the volume data associated with […]