
Sustainability expectations continue to evolve at a rapid pace — across markets, regulators, and global economies. In this on-demand video, one of today’s foremost ESG policy voices, David Carlin, breaks down the developments shaping 2025 and what they mean for practitioners navigating complexity.
As the Founder of D.A. Carlin & Company and a globally recognized expert in climate and sustainability policy, David offers a grounded, region-by-region analysis of the signals that matter most — from shifting U.S. climate policy to regulatory momentum across the EU, UK, Middle East, and Asia.
What you’ll learn
A concise, practitioner-focused overview of:
- Sustainability headlines that defined 2025: The biggest themes and market signals shaping disclosure, climate policy, and corporate response.
- U.S. climate policy: What changed—and what comes next. How federal and state dynamics are influencing corporate strategy and investor expectations.
- The UK & EU: Strengthening sustainability governance. Updates on regulatory shifts and why Europe remains the anchor for global sustainability alignment.
- Middle East & Asia: Where momentum is accelerating. A snapshot of progress across major markets and what it means for global businesses.
- Global climate finance & COP30: An overview of why COP30 is a critical stocktake on climate finance and the urgent need to accelerate capital flows for the green transition.
Watch the full analysis to stay informed, proactive, and ready for what’s next. Access the on-demand video now.

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