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Kim & Chang

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Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Asia-Pacific Region

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Kim & Chang

About

Provided by Kim & Chang

Since the birth of environmental laws in Korea, Kim & Chang’s Environment Practice has provided comprehensive legal services for over 30 years, covering a wide range of topics, from traditional environment issues with air, water, soil, chemicals, waste management and environmental impact assessment, to the latest environmental issues, such as ESG, climate change, carbon neutrality, renewable energy, resource circulation and biodiversity.

The far-reaching experiences and in-depth knowledge of our lawyers, accountants, patent attorneys, consultants and environmental and technical experts have allowed our Environment Practice to be recognized for its top-tier legal support in the environmental arena. Based on our extensive expertise, we promptly identify the critical environmental risks faced by clients and offer practical and systemic solutions in environmental/climate change-related matters.

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Climate Change - Asia-Pacific Region

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Kim & Chang maintains a notable climate change advisory practice from its office in South Korea. The team regularly advises on climate disclosures, emission credits and greenwashing claims. It also handles regulatory issues related to South Korean climate regulations and supports clients in the energy and retail sectors with emission trading schemes and climate change litigation.

Notable practitioners

Kyungsun Kyle Choi leads the firm's Singaporean office and is a key contact for clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kim & Chang advised Vitol on regulatory updates related to Korea’s Emission Trading Scheme, the Financial Investment Services and Capital Markets Act and ESG disclosure standards.

Strengths

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  • The team looks to address our concerns, as opposed to simply regurgitating the law.

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  • The firm are great for environmental, climate change and energy work concerning Korean regulations.

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  • Kim & Chang's strengths include their swift responses and ability to understand the client's situation well.

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