Business Law and the Transition to a Net Zero Economy

Climate change is widely recognised as one of society’s most profound challenges. In facing that challenge, the role of businesses is central. Corporations have a crucial role to play in mitigating climate change by reducing their net emissions and by driving the innovation and adaptation that are necessary to bring about a net zero economy. This volume brings together leading thinkers to evaluate the contribution that business law has made, and could make, to help drive such change.The contributions are organized under 4 broad themes:· Climate Change Disclosures and Net Zero Commitments· Climate Change: Exit or Voice· Climate Change in the Boardroom· Climate Change in the Courtroom