Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 3
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Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
The Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) group of Tauil & Chequer Advogados is one of the Brazilian market’s most specialized and long-standing teams. The practice is part of Mayer Brown’s broader ESG group, comprising a diverse team of lawyers which is experienced and well-equipped to advise businesses on the steps necessary to address the concerns of investors and other stakeholders who are increasingly looking for and expecting socially responsible corporate behavior.
Tauil & Chequer’s ESG group, led by Luiz Gustavo Bezerra, relies on lawyers with an extensive track record advising clients in connection with ESG issues in Brazil, particularly climate change, energy transition, decarbonization, value chains, sustainable finance, green bonds, compliance and risk assessment related to climate and stakeholder litigation, as well as development of new sustainable businesses.
In 2021 alone, the group assisted more than a dozen clients–including their boards of directors – in connection with the development of net zero strategies and structuring of carbon credits projects, as well as several other clients – companies and financial institutions–in connection with green financing.
Although ESG has only recently been gaining traction in the mainstream media - reflected by the fact this Chambers' first ESG ranking - Tauil & Chequer's ESG group exist since 2019 and already has a robust track record working with ESG matters.
Chambers Review
Tauil & Chequer Advogados represents important clients from a wide range of sectors such as banking, oil and gas, insurance and telecommunications, in ESG mandates. The firm is well regarded for advising on ESG policies and regulatory matters.
Work Highlights
- Tauil & Chequer advised Banco BTG Pactual, Banco Itaú BBA, and Banco Santander on a project finance deal for Águas do Sertão which involved the issuance of 'blue and sustainable bonds' totalling BRL1.1 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their compliance with deadlines and responsiveness is excellent. I would highlight their expertise in forest concessions, land legislation and also carbon markets."
"Tauil & Chequer is focused on energy transition due to their strong presence in the oil and gas industry. They have a global network."
"Tauil & Chequer reviewed our ESG policies and supported our strategic decision-making. They have expertise in ESG, especially when it comes to new capital markets segments."
"Their compliance with deadlines and responsiveness is excellent. I would highlight their expertise in forest concessions, land legislation and also carbon markets."
"Tauil & Chequer is focused on energy transition due to their strong presence in the oil and gas industry. They have a global network."
"Tauil & Chequer reviewed our ESG policies and supported our strategic decision-making. They have expertise in ESG, especially when it comes to new capital markets segments."
Notable Practitioners
Experienced environment partner Luiz Gustavo Bezerra is highly involved with ESG and is well regarded for leading the firm's department. He sponsors relevant and sophisticated matters advising clients on ESG standards and practices, regulatory and impact assessments and issues related to climate change, such as REDD+ and carbon credits.
"He is proactive and has cross-cutting knowledge, also connecting other topics. Luiz Gustavo knows how to analyse the big picture and how to deal with the ministry of the environment and forest law."
"Luiz Gustavo focuses on carbon market issues and climate change matters."
"Luiz Gustavo has a strong offering in environmental law and energy transition. He handles great projects."
Up-and-coming Gedham Medeiros Gomes is a seasoned adviser on ESG matters.
Ranked Lawyers at
Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Brazil
Members
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Daniella Raigorodsky Monteiro
Gedham Gomes
Michel Sancovski
Clients
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Abertis
Biofílica
Bunge
Carbonext
Chevron
Norsk Hydro
Tetra Pak
Industries
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Agribusiness
Chemistry and Petrochemistry
Energy
Food
Industry
Mining
Packaging
Real Estate
Sugarcane and Biofuels