About this workshop
Are you concerned about how to identify and manage the risks of potential liability as a director, regarding climate change and human rights? Recent cases, such as the one involving Shell, highlight the increasing scrutiny faced by directors regarding effective oversight of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks. In 2023, Shell's Board of Directors was sued by ClientEarth for allegedly having an inadequate climate strategy. The claimants argued that this strategy failed to meet climate targets and posed significant risks as the world transitions to clean energy. Their claim gained substantial backing from institutional investors holding over 12 million shares in the company, indicating a notable shift toward shareholder activism. This workshop aims to provide guidance on the responsibilities of directors concerning climate change and human rights risks. It will also help directors understand the liability risks associated with breaches of their duties.
Details
- Online only
- Intermediate
- Modules: 1
- Study: 5 hours
- Duration: 2.5 hours per week for 2 weeks
- £595 excl. VAT
Features
- Interactive & practical
- Includes exercises
- Provides actionable advice
- Fosters peer-sharing knowledge
- Led by our CEO
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C-suite, directors, NEDs. C-suite executives and directors play a crucial role in ensuring companies recognise and navigate the constantly changing ESG landscape. Therefore, they need to understand their relevant duties and the liabilities associated with breaching these duties.
Company secretaries. Company secretaries are increasingly tasked with supporting risk oversight related to climate and human rights. Therefore, it is essential for them to understand directors’ duties in this area to provide effective advice.
Compliance teams and general counsel. Lawyers and general counsels often advise company directors on their legal responsibilities regarding climate change and human rights. This workshop will provide insights on managing the liability risks associated with breaches of those responsibilities.
Sustainability & ethics managers. Sustainability managers are often consulted on how company directors can navigate the evolving challenges of climate change and human rights risks. They must understand which measures are effective for monitoring and mitigating these risks.
Learning outcomes
01. Understand the current legal framework in Europe and the UK surrounding directors’ duties and associated liability.
02. Learn what directors’ fiduciary duties encompass.
03. Understand directors’ duties in the context of climate change and human rights risk.
04. Explore the liability risks associated with a breach of those duties.
05. Gain practical insights on how to effectively manage the liability risks arising from breach of those duties.
06. Understand how to approach governance requirements.
07. Understand the role of the board and company directors in overseeing and mitigating climate change and human rights risks.
Testimonials
‘The Managing Director’s Liability: Climate Change & Human rights training that I received from Ardea was excellent. A knowledgeable and experienced team with real world examples combined with practical solutions to implement change. I would highly recommend Ardea and there will be plenty that I take back to our business.’
– Ian Hodgson, Managing Director, Marke Creative
Who’ll deliver the workshop?
Colleen Theron, CEO of Ardea International will personally facilitate the workshop. Colleen is a tri-qualified solicitor with more than 25 years’ legal and commercial experience of working with businesses and NGOs across sectors at both strategic and operational level. She provides training at directorial and managerial levels on ESG issues, including environmental, human rights and modern slavery risks.
Why study with Ardea?
At Ardea, we pride ourselves on our teaching methods. We are an IEMA-accredited training centre, with years of experience in training organisations. Our workshops are interactive, providing a virtual space for constructive dialogue and peer-sharing knowledge. We share insights from real case studies, grounding learning in practical and applicable advice. Through our training, you will gain a deeper understanding of key human rights legislation, giving you confidence in applying it in practice. Our workshops are led by our CEO and tri-qualified lawyer, Colleen Theron, who leverages her over 25 years of legal and commercial expertise to support you in meeting your legal obligations and developing best practice procedures.
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Discounts
Discounts are available for individuals and NGOs of up to 20%