We interview Lisa Chase, an expert in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Lisa explains ESG, focusing on its European Union (EU) regulations, which require businesses to report their environmental and social impacts. She describes how the EU's stringent laws aim to shift companies towards long-term thinking and sustainability. Lisa provides insights into the complexities of compliance, especially for U.S. businesses, and highlights the significant fines and penalties for non-compliance. She discusses the benefits of adhering to ESG regulations, including attracting investments and improving corporate responsibility. Lisa also shares her journey from music education to international relations and ESG consulting, and offers advice for law students interested in specializing in EU law and ESG compliance.

HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 Introduction

00:38 Meeting Lisa Chase

01:37 What is ESG? Breaking Down the Acronym

02:42 ESG in the EU: From Voluntary to Regulated

08:11 Who Must Comply? Global Reach of EU Rules

09:31 Supply Chains and Surprising Impacts

12:16 Why Should Big Companies Care? Fines and Enforcement

14:23 The Google Story: Real Consequences

17:15 Greenwashing and Anti-Greenwashing Laws

20:33 The “Brussels Effect” and US State Laws

23:30 Global Domino Effect: Other Countries Adopting EU Rules

25:15 The Need for ESG Experts and Legal Education Gaps

28:00 From Music to Law and Consulting

32:00 The Value of a Music Background in Law

35:00 Consulting, Research, and the Evolving Field

39:00 Advice for Aspiring ESG Lawyers

41:00 Closing Thoughts

BIOGRAPHY:

Lisa Chase is the Founder of Lucky Fish Research & Communications, where she brings a unique blend of cross-sector expertise and exceptional writing skills to help organizations craft impactful messages. With a background in European Union law, international relations, and environmental studies, Lisa has extensive experience spanning the nonprofit, corporate, and entrepreneurial sectors. Through Lucky Fish, she delivers services ranging from EU policy analysis and corporate accountability workshops to promotional materials and fundraising content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency across platforms. A proud member of the King’s College London and Harvard Alumni Associations, Lisa is dedicated to helping clients communicate with purpose and precision.

LINKS:

Website: http://www.luckyfishcomm.com *sign-up for her newsletter at http://luckyfishcomm.com/RequestInformationPolicyAnalysis.html

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-chase-581353/

Email: [email protected]