The Linklaters Podcast

Episode 3: EU CSDDD explained 

In this episode, managing associates Terry Yiangou and Iyes Igiehon and associates Elliot Jack and Elizabeth Webb explore what the CSDDD means for the financial sector, including scoping and application as well as transition plan requirements.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 11: Lessons from the French Duty of Vigilance law 

In this episode, Claudia Cavicchioli, Counsel in the Paris team, explores the similarities between the French Duty of Vigilance Law and the CSDDD, including what can be learnt from French law, and how the CSDDD might impact the French legal landscape.

 

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 10: CSDDD explained: Interaction with the German Supply Chain Act

In this episode, Partner Julia Grothaus and Managing Associate Kathrin Bauwens in our German team discuss the similarities and differences between the CSDDD and the German Supply Chain Act, as well as any lessons we can draw from the German law for the upcoming CSDDD implementation.

 

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 9: CSDDD explained: enforcement and penalties

In this episode, Managing Associate James Marlow in the London ESG team speaks with Senior Associate Liz Raulston in the US team and Knowledge Lawyer & Head of ESG Regional Development for Asia, Gilly Hutchinson, about the EU CSDDD’s impact on businesses outside the EU – with a particular focus on the implications for businesses in the US and Asia, as well as the UK's position.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 8: CSDDD explained: enforcement and penalties

In this episode, counsel Guillaume Croisant and Kathrin Bauwens discuss the public and private enforcement mechanisms of the CSDDD and the significant penalties companies may face for non-compliance. 

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 7: CSDDD explained: what the due diligence requirements mean in practice

In this episode, counsel Guillaume Croisant and manging associate James Marlow discuss some of the key concepts behind the due diligence obligations, including practical tips on where businesses should begin, as well as next steps in the run up to July 2027, when the CSDDD will first apply to the initial group of companies within its scope.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 5: How the CSDDD compares with the CSRD

In this episode, managing associate Tom Cobbaert and associate Claudia Harper discuss the intersection between the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 4: CSDDD and transition plans

In this episode, counsel Kim Rybarczyk and managing associate Xu Wang explain why the CSDDD’s transition plan requirement is significant, including the detail behind what transition plans should contain.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 2: EU CSDDD explained

Speakers: James Marlow, Tom Cobbaert

In this episode, managing associates James Marlow and Tom Cobbaert explain who the CSDDD applies to and at which level obligations apply and when.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 1: EU CSDDD explained

Speakers: Rachel Barrett, Julia Grothaus

In this episode, partners Rachel Barrett and Julia Grothaus give an overview of the CSDDD, including why it’s a big deal and why it is advisable for businesses to start thinking about it now.

To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.