Clauses

A set of sustainable soil management obligations allowing businesses to manage their reliance on soil, its functions and related ecosystem services.

Standard wording for a report on title for a client who is acquiring an already-built commercial property in England and Wales (can be adapted for other jurisdictions, or for a development site). See Isabella’s Clause for a version of Marni’s Clause already adapted for a residential property.

Standard wording for a report on title for a client who is acquiring an already-built residential property in England and Wales (can be adapted for other jurisdictions, or for a new build). Isabella’s Clause is adapted from Marni’s Clause (Report on Title - Commercial Real Estate), but with amendments to make it easier to use in residential transactions.

Drafting for leasehold agreements that impose obligations on buyers and tenants to use the property in an environmentally conscious way.

This clause incentivizes a counterparty to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in exchange for a gain-share payment calculated by reference to the value of the goods or services it provides.

A clause which can be added to a development agreement between a municipality and a developer to promote net zero development.

A clause obliging stakeholders in renewable energy technology supply chains to lower their carbon emissions, minimize their environmental impact and safeguard against modern slavery.

A clause containing a mechanism that benchmarks a contractor's carbon footprint against the market. 

This clause revises the standard of care for construction contracts to require Contractors and Service Providers to adhere to best industry practice to mitigate climate risk and ensure that a construction project meets its carbon or net-zero objectives.

This clause inserts a formal ‘carbon budget’ alongside the traditional financial budget for construction projects.

Contractual obligations in respect of the usage of materials and waste management to ensure consequential GHGs are minimised.

This clause is a fundamental part of any landlord and tenant’s strategy to reach net zero.