Legal advise about ESG within Intellectual Property & Life Science
There is an increasing focus on ensuring that companies strive towards sustainability.. Intangible assets and associated intellectual property rights can undoubtedly serve as powerful tools for fostering a greener future through sustainable innovation and production. Such tools should be considered regardless of industry or size of your organization.
Naturally, sustainable innovation and production must comply with applicable legislation, including, e.g., the development of new sustainable technologies and in the production of organic products. This is also applicable when a company seeks to advertise its green products through the use of green claims in its marketing materials. No company tolerates being accused of greenwashing.
In addition to our knowledge of regulatory frameworks, we have extensive experience with enforcement actions, including the limitations of misleading marketing through the use of green claims and press handling should your company have been exposed to negative publicity on e.g. the social media platforms.
In IP and Life Science, we experience a special need for advice in the following four areas:
