Harrison Coldray, Senior Associate in our Financial Services team, is joined by Heike Schmitz, Partner and Co-Head of ESG EMEA at Herbert Smith Freehills' Frankfurt office.

As a new Commission shapes up in the European Union, the evolution of sustainable finance policy & politics will be critical to shaping a Clean Industrial Deal. This podcast looks at the emerging regulatory framework, a renewed focus on mobilising capital into transition finance, and the tough political choices the Commission has ahead of it. The EU, in many respects, had led the way to date in developing a robust framework for mobilising capital into sustainable activities. However the podcast explores the ways in which policymakers could ensure they bring consumers, businesses, and investors with them on this journey.

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Harrison Coldray, Senior Associate in our Financial Services team, sits down with James Alexander and Oscar Warwick Thompson from the UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF) to discuss where the sustainable finance agenda might be heading under a new government ambitious about unlocking flows of green capital to fund their 'missions'.

They anticipate key areas of divergence from the previous government, including in approaches to regulatory frameworks, planning, and mobilising private capital through catalytic government action. The pressure on corporates and investors in closing the UK's green finance gap is no doubt ramping up, however the discussion highlights where government could play a role in removing blockages and creating the necessary economic conditions for sustainable investment to flow.

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This month, in our 'Back to school' edition, Isabelle Trick is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss the new European Commission, UK party conference season, Germany's regional elections, and the United Nations General Assembly week.

Tom White, our Europe Director explores the formation of the new European Commission, the allocation of portfolios, and the new balance of power. Find out more about our work on Europe and Eurasia politics and policy.

Bex Bailey, Associate Director in our UK politics and policy team joins to discuss the importance of party conference season in the UK, why this year is different, and how to make the most of fringe events. Find out more about our work on UK politics and policy.

Jannis Kettenring, Associate in our Berlin office analyses the performance of the far-right party AfD in recent German state elections and the difficulties of government formation there, the upcoming state elections in Brandenburg and their potential impact on the national political conversation. Find out more about our work in Berlin.

Finally, Alexander Smotrov, Director for Multilateral Platforms, joins Isabelle to delve into the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the events and discussions that take place during this time, highlighting the relevance for businesses and NGOs. Find out more about our work in major events and convening.

If you, your business or your investment is affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode, get in touch with the Global Counsel team - www.global-counsel.com

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