Are there net zero precedent clauses I can use in contracts?

“There is increasing demand from our commercial clients to incorporate net zero considerations into their contracts. Does the Law Society have any precedent clauses?”

Visit our climate change hub to access guidance and resources to understand the wide-ranging effects of climate change, as well as its potential impact on your organisation and the legal advice you provide.

The Chancery Lane Project is a collaborative initiative of international legal and industry professionals has launched a collection of free-to-use climate clauses.

These template clauses can be amended by solicitors according to their clients’ needs and sustainability targets.

For more information, explore our guide on the impact of climate change on solicitors.

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