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Sustainability regulation in 2026: From frameworks to enforcement

Across regions and regulatory themes, a consistent message emerges: preparation must extend beyond the reporting function.
Melodie Michel
Melodie Michel
Sustainability regulation in 2026: From frameworks to enforcement
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2026 represents an inflection point for sustainability regulation globally. Across the EU, UK, US, and Asia, ESG and climate policy is shifting decisively from framework-building and voluntary disclosure toward mandatory reporting, extended producer responsibility, and legally tested climate governance. 

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