ESG & Climate Considerations in Commercial Arbitration

Event Information

Description:
The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators London Branch, the Energy Arbitration Club and Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP are delighted to invite you to a panel discussion on Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) and Climate Considerations in Commercial Arbitration, kindly hosted by Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in London. 

While much attention has been given to the role of government and civil society in disputes with corporate actors on ESG and climate issues, the role of such issues in business-to-business disputes arising within contractual frameworks is often overlooked. In this panel, we will consider how arbitral tribunals are being asked to rule on important ESG and climate issues, how businesses are finding themselves in conflict with their suppliers, counterparties and contractors on these issues, and how contractual language is an important site for managing risk on this front.

Panels and Timings:
In Person Registration & Coffee (1800-1830)
Introductory Remarks (1830)
- Sir Christopher Vajda KC: Vice Chair of the Ciarb London Branch, Arbitrator and
Barrister (Monckton Chambers)
Panel Discussion (1835-1935)
- Paul Kinninmont FCIArb (Moderator): Chair of the CiArb London Branch
Committee, Partner at Freeths and Arbitrator, 
- Louise Barber: Of Counsel, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer 
- Professor Armando Castro: University College London and Gatehouse Chambers
- Judy Fu: Arbitrator and Barrister, 3 Verulam Buildings (Judy Fu | 3VB)
- Final speaker to be confirmed shortly

Concluding remarks (1935-1940)
-  Colin Johnson: Chair of the Energy Arbitration Club, Managing Director and Expert
Witness (Alvarez & Marsal)

Refreshments and networking until 2100

Registration:
There will be no charge to attend this event, but prior registration is required, and limited in-person spaces are available. Ciarb London Branch members should please confirm by contacting Elinor Pritchard by email (see details below). By registering for this event, you give permission for your registration details to be passed to the CIArb London Branch, the Energy Arbitration Club and Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer.

Contact:
Elinor Pritchard, Administrator, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London Branch:
Mob: 00 44 (0)7780 676976
Email: [email protected]