Business is changing — for good — and the legal industry needs to adapt to stay relevant and compliant. — Business is changing — for good — and the legal industry needs to adapt to stay relevant and compliant. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is everywhere. It has completely changed the landscape of modern business. This evolving landscape presents opportunities and challenges for the legal community.

My top take-aways and why you should consider taking it — My top take-aways and why you should consider taking it ESG is a key skill set for any professional. Environmental, Social and Governance, or ESG, is everywhere. As a consultant and instructor, I wanted to skill up on this key aspect of modern business and learn as much practical information as I could. So, I researched the top ESG…

A closer look at the specifics, including examples from The WELL Building Standard™ — A closer look at the specifics, including examples from The WELL Building Standard™ I talk a lot about how healthier buildings are a risk management strategy, and unhealthy buildings are a liability. If you are looking for more background on that, read this article and this article. With that background…

“Gendered” spaces exclude and hurt a lot of people; we can — and should — design better. — “Gendered” spaces exclude and hurt a lot of people; we can — and should — design better. There are many ways that public spaces hurt and exclude people. Binary gender restrooms are just one example that I can speak to based on both personal experience and professional expertise. …

The business case for a more profitable, resilient law firm (and happier, healthier lawyers) — The business case for a more profitable, resilient law firm (and happier, healthier lawyers) The business of business is changing Customers and regulators are increasingly demanding more sustainable practices and transparent reporting of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors. Law firms of all sizes should pay close attention, because there are numerous risks and opportunities associated…

Why you should take it, what it covers, and how to set yourself up for success. — Why you should take it, what it covers, and how to set yourself up for success. Since its launch in 2014, The WELL Building Standard™ (WELL) has experienced exponential growth. According the International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI), the entity that delivers WELL, as of November, 2021, there are approximately 30,500…

Arguments and resources to help you be a better advocate — Arguments and resources to help you be a better advocate At a recent conference, I made a pretty straightforward argument that goes like this: The built environment contributes nearly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions (28% operational, 11% embodied). Climate change disproportionately impacts minority and marginalized communities. The folks who…

We spend most of our time in very unhealthy spaces. — We spend most of our time in very unhealthy spaces. As concepts like “green” and “green buildings” appropriately expand to include aspects specifically focused on human health and wellness, these changing terms naturally intersect with both risks and opportunities. As a lawyer and sustainability consultant, I apply a legal and…

Seven common roadblocks — and what you can do about it — Seven common roadblocks — and what you can do about it. I have been working, teaching and advocating in the sustainability space for more than a decade. As both a lawyer and sustainability practitioner, I have connected with a broad range of activists, other experts and community members. There are…