ESG Practice Group

Helping Businesses Navigate Sustainable Solutions

Our ESG Practice Group, led by Chong Lee Hui & Ankit Sanghvi, in alliance with Harold and Lam Partnership and Andersen Global member firms, is dedicated to empowering clients committed to advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. We bring together legal expertise and a deep understanding of ESG principles to guide your transition towards responsible, sustainable business practices.

 

We offer tailored strategies to meet your specific needs, keeping you ahead of evolving ESG standards and regulations. Whether you’re in finance, healthcare, energy, real estate, or consumer goods, our team provides comprehensive legal support for a wide range of industries embracing ESG initiatives. From integrating ESG into your operations to ensuring compliance, facilitating responsible investments, and fostering stakeholder engagement, we help you navigate the complexities of the ESG landscape with confidence, driving long-term success.

Key Services

INDUSTRIAL EXPERTISE

Leading ESG-Driven Investment
Financial institutions are key players in driving ESG adoption across industries. We advise banking and finance clients on incorporating ESG factors into lending practices, investment portfolios, and governance structures to meet evolving regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

Key Services

  • • ESG integration in lending and financing operations
  • • Structuring of ESG-linked financial products (green bonds, impact investing)
  • • Governance risk management and compliance with sustainable finance regulations
  • • Social impact investing and responsible lending practices

Our team helps banks and financial institutions lead the way in sustainable finance, fostering innovation while mitigating risk and enhancing market competitiveness.

Sustainable Building Practices
Construction companies are increasingly under pressure to adopt sustainable building practices. Our team helps clients navigate environmental regulations, incorporate ESG into project development, and create resilient, future-ready structures that minimize environmental impact.

Key Services

  • • ESG-focused project planning and design
  • • Sustainable supply chain management
  • • Environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies
  • • Social responsibility and community engagement

By integrating ESG considerations into the full lifecycle of construction projects, we help companies achieve long-term sustainability and create value for stakeholders.

Transforming Environmental Impact

In the iron and steel industry, navigating ESG requirements is key to reducing emissions and adopting sustainable production processes. Our team works with clients to develop strategies that improve operational efficiency, reduce carbon footprints, and meet international sustainability standards, such as carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) initiatives.

Key Services

  • • Emission reduction strategies and regulatory compliance
  • • Sustainable resource management and waste reduction
  • • Integration of ESG factors in supply chain operations
  • • Risk assessment for environmental liabilities and reporting compliance (NSRF, GRI)

Our deep knowledge of global and local frameworks enables us to advise iron and steel companies on how to balance operational demands with environmental responsibility.

Building Sustainable Futures
Sustainable infrastructure and clean energy projects are critical for the future. Our ESG practice advises clients on incorporating environmental and social considerations into infrastructure development, ensuring that projects not only comply with regulations but also create positive societal and environmental impact.

Key Services

  • • Sustainable finance and green bond structuring for energy projects
  • • Regulatory compliance for infrastructure projects (local and international standards)
  • • Community engagement and social impact assessments
  • • Renewable energy development and ESG-aligned investment strategies

Our team’s deep knowledge of the energy transition helps clients accelerate the shift to renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure.

Driving Sustainability in Energy Production
The oil and gas industry is at the forefront of ESG scrutiny. We support clients in this sector by providing comprehensive strategies to mitigate environmental risks, comply with stringent regulations, and promote long-term sustainability. Our team’s expertise spans clean energy initiatives, responsible resource management, and carbon emissions reduction.

Key Services

  • • Emission reduction strategies and regulatory compliance
  • • Risk mitigation for environmental impact and carbon emissions
  • • Regulatory compliance and ESG disclosure frameworks (TCFD, SASB)
  • • Sustainable investment strategies and access to green finance

By aligning operations with ESG standards, we help oil and gas companies enhance their sustainability profiles and meet global and national expectations for cleaner energy solutions.

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