Sustainability

Contributing to a more sustainable future is integral to both our social responsibility and our professional expertise.

As a firm, we have pledged our commitment to the UN's sustainability goals through our membership in the UN Global Compact. We annually report on all our initiatives aimed at contributing to the achievement of these sustainability goals.

However, our primary contribution to sustainable development lies in the expert legal advice and services we provide to our clients. As sustainability becomes a critical factor for success, both locally and globally, we are at the forefront of advising on the green transition—a movement driven by regulatory and commercial forces requiring substantial shifts across industries.
Our firm offers comprehensive support in all aspects of sustainable development and the green transition, helping clients adapt to an evolving market landscape.

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Annual Reporting

Wiersholm are proud members of the UN Global Compact, having joined in 2018, and we actively integrate its principles into our operations. Our annual reporting on initiatives that support the UN’s sustainability goals is a testament to our dedication.

The report includes our efforts to reduce the firm’s carbon footprint, our initiatives to deliver a thriving and stimulation work environment, including how we facilitate an inclusive working environment, the standards we set for our suppliers, and our pro bono work to advocate for human rights.

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Sustainability is our expertise

By virtue of our profession and leading position as a law firm we have a duty to conduct our business in a responsible and sustainable manner, and at the same time provide high-quality advisory services to our clients. We strive for excellence and build on leading international standards.

Wiersholm provide expertise in sustainability in all major legal areas for trade and industry. We assist in various types of projects with a green approach with tailor-made teams consisting of experts in various practice areas and industries.

How can we assist you?

Examples of completed engagements

  • ESG due diligences for various PE funds
  • ESG projects for finance and industry on how to meet new rules and requirements
  • Assistance to SEB with financing to Hydro of USD 1.6 billion with requirements for reduced climate emissions
  • Assistance to Arendals Fossekompani ASA with raising green bond to finance green projects
  • Assistance with green bond loans for financing related to sustainable food production, renewable energy, clean transport and waste management, etc.
  • Listing of "green" companies on the Oslo Stock Exchange, such as Elopak ASA and Edda Wind AS
  • Assistance in maintaining sustainability in corporate governance work and in the boardroom
  • Assistance to Silva Green Fuel in connection with agreements and rights issues related to the establishment of a demonstration plant for the production of bio-crude oil
  • Assistance to retail and power companies in their use of environmental claims in marketing
  • Assistance in real estate development projects with special emphasis on sustainability qualities, including both environmental and social sustainability

Our interdisciplinary sustainability team

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