Energy and Sustainability

What are the “flexible mechanisms” introduced by the Kyoto Protocol?
Articles 6, 12, and 17 of the Kyoto Protocol introduced the so-called "Flexible Mechanisms," which have since played a significant role in the fight against climate change

What are Carbon Credit Buffers and How Do They Operate in Relation to Emission Risks?
Carbon credit buffers are a crucial mechanism to reinforce the integrity and permanence of carbon credits, especially in projects involving land use, land-use change, and forestry (LULUCF). Let's explore how…

M&A in the energy sector: opportunities and challenges facing the energy transition.
Explore the opportunities and challenges of M&A in the energy sector amid the energy transition. ILP Abogados provides guidance through every step of buying, selling, or merging to help you…

The Regional “Energy Attribute Certificates” (CAE) Manager: The Unsung Hero of Corporate Sustainability
The Regional CAE Manager is the vital link between companies requesting certificates and the national body that issues them.

How Energy Saving Certificates (ESCs) work
Spain has implemented various measures to promote energy efficiency. One of the most innovative is the Energy Saving Certificate (CAE), a mechanism that involves several actors in a dynamic process…

Energy Saving Certificates (CAES): An Opportunity for Companies and Individuals
Energy Saving Certificates (ESCs) are a financial instrument that certifies the final energy savings obtained after the implementation of energy efficiency measures. Each EEC represents one kilowatt hour (kWh) saved…

Proposed Green Claims Directive – What are Contribution Claims/Offset?
The business world is experiencing a significant shift towards a more sustainable and responsible approach. This trend is reflected in the increasing use of environmental claims in advertising and marketing,…

Interoperability and interoperability registries in carbon trading
Interoperability, which enables the smooth transfer of carbon allowances between different trading systems, is a crucial element for the smooth functioning of this market.

Article 6 of the Paris Agreement: A Legal Analysis for Businesses and Individuals
ILP Abogados will analyze the legal implications of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, signed in 2015, for companies and individuals

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: A Complete Guide
Acronym: The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive is known as CSDDD. Approval and entry into force: The proposal for the Directive was presented by the European Commission in February 2022.…
