Environmental Law and Corporate Social Responsibility
As awareness of environmental issues increases, the demand for responses to environmental legislation is growing worldwide. We provide advice on all aspects of environmental legal services, including support for corporate social responsibility(CSR), renewable energy investment projects, and environmental due diligence for M&A transactions, both in Japan and overseas.
In recent years, environmental issues such as asbestos poisoning, PCB disposal, soil contamination, and water pollution have occurred on a regular basis in real estate transactions and M&A transactions in Japan. In the area of international legal affairs as well, due diligence specializing in environmental law, is conducted on a daily basis, especially in developed countries, when acquiring factory sites through an M&A. Regarding renewable energy, investment in wind power generation as well as solar power has increased, and new legal systems have been established. The number of projects is increasing, albeit at a slower pace than in the United States and Europe.
Our firm provides advice, conducts research, and enters into negotiations, and for international cases, works closely with overseas legal professionals who specialize in environmental law. We also have systems in place that enable us to respond promptly toeach and every one of our clients’ needs.