Clauses

The clause raises renewable energy at the outset of commercial relations and in lease negotiations between landlord and tenant.

Clauses to include in the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) form of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts, obliging the contractor (and any subcontractors) to act sustainably in carrying out the works.

Using supply chain contracts to extend positive climate change measures adopted in one country to contracting parties in other countries that may have less of a legislative focus on climate.

Amendments and additions to the Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) standard form Limited Partnership Agreement allowing environment, social and governance (ESG) issues to be investigated, raised and incorporated in investment and pricing decisions.

A generic guide and checklist to introduce sustainability-linked principles into derivatives documents where the ESG-related performance criteria is not linked to any other underlying loan documents.

A menu of climate-aligned practical steps organisations can require parties to take to transition to net zero such as, developing a net zero transition plan, reducing carbon emissions and providing sustainability training for employees.

Adapts sustainable practices and net zero aligned provisions from TCLP’s construction clauses for use in MMC contracts.

A condition to insurance cover requiring the insured to put in place a robust net zero transition plan prior to the inception of cover for climate-related liability claims. 

Clauses for a ‘Profit of Pasturage’ agreement - as an alternative to traditional farm business tenancy clauses - to promote regenerative farming methods controlled by the landowner.

Aligns a business’ carbon reduction target with its supply chain and business partners, enabling the business to achieve its target or take control to achieve it. 

A precedent clause for a supply agreement requiring the supplier/ contractor to procure energy from renewable sources.

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