Climate change not only affects the natural environment, but also the business environment which has witnessed a significant increase in emissions-related opportunities and risks. Companies doing business in Canada may be subject to an array of federal, provincial and local carbon laws targeting carbon emissions. Domestic carbon markets with international linkages are emerging. Stakeholder demands for carbon disclosure are increasingly common. Carbon emissions compliance and carbon risk management are new imperatives. At the same time, corporate carbon strategies are yielding business opportunities and advantages. The implementation of the smart grid adds another layer of complexity to the equation.

Gowlings' National Climate Change Group is an interdisciplinary team of legal professionals serving businesses across Canada and internationally. Our group brings expertise in strategically managing the many issues confronting today's businesses as they negotiate complex domestic and global carbon regulatory regimes, carbon markets and carbon risks. We have an in-depth understanding of carbon-related issues specific to Canada, and those relating to bilateral and multilateral carbon regimes. Combining our knowledge, experience and expertise, we provide clients with high level strategic legal advice that ensures their business objectives are realized.