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Law and Sustainability
vvz. No.: 2119
| Time | Thursday, 2 - 3:45 pm |
| Location | SOD-1-104 |
| Programs | Master of Law, International Students, LL.M. Students |
| Professors |
Alexander/Atamer/Darbellay/Domej/Heinemann/Heiss/Kaufmann/Weber |
The course will explore different legal aspects related to sustainability. Delving into the intricate interplay between law and sustainability, it will discuss the role of law and regulation in enhancing sustainable business practices. The study of international standards will illustrate how global developments contribute to shaping sustainability laws. The course will start with a general introduction to the UN sustainable development goals and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct. It will then go into details of the relevant private law aspects, with a specific focus on Swiss and European Union law, encompassing contract and tort law, insurance law, and private international law. It will also cover the topic of sustainability from the corporate, economic and financial law perspective, including aspects such as banking regulation, capital markets law and competition law. Students will develop a holistic understanding of the current legal framework while staying abreast of recent developments that pave the way for future reforms of the legal framework.
Upon completion of this course, students will acquire the ability to evaluate the importance of international standards in the realm of sustainability. They will also be able to compare their relevant national legal provisions, with a specific focus on Swiss and European Union law. Recognizing the fact that sustainability encompasses a diverse array of legal topics, students will develop the skill to adopt a holistic approach, facilitating the establishment of connections between various legal disciplines. In so doing, they will gain proficiency in understanding the interrelated nature of legal aspects contributing to sustainability. Finally, the course will engage students in a critical analysis of deficiencies and gaps within the existing legal framework, equipping them with the capacity to identify areas for improvement and potential avenues for legal reform in the context of sustainability.
| Dates | Topic | Professor |
|---|---|---|
| 19.09. |
Taking Global Action: The UN Sustainable Development Goals and Beyond (with a Focus on States) |
Kaufmann |
| 26.09. |
Corporate Conduct and Sustainability (UNGP, OECD Guidelines etc. with Focus on Private Actors) |
Kaufmann |
| 3.10. | Corporate Law and Sustainability: Corporate Governance | Darbellay |
| 10.10. | Financial Markets Law and Sustainability: Disclosure | Dabellay |
| 17.10. |
Financial Markets Law and Sustainability: Green Funds |
Darbellay |
| 24.10. |
Banking Regulation and Sustainability |
Alexander |
| 31.10. |
Tort Law and Sustainability: Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (EU) and Parallel National Regulation |
Atamer |
| 7.11. |
Consumer Law and Sustainability |
Atamer |
| 14.11. |
International Sales Law and Sustainability |
Atamer |
| 21.11. |
Financial Markets Law and Sustainability: Risk Management and Greenwashing |
Weber |
| 28.11. |
Competition Law and Sustainability: Environmental Economics; Sustainability Agreements |
Heinemann |
| 5.12. |
Competition Law and Sustainability: Unsustainable Conduct as Abuse of a Dominant Position; Sustainability in Merger Control |
Heinemann |
| 12.12. |
Sustainable Insurance |
Heiss |
| 19.12. |
Enforcement through Courts |
Domej |
The class will be held in person. PowerPoint presentations and some reading materials will be provided. Please consult the OLAT page of the course regularly for further information.
The exam will be conducted as an oral exam, lasting 15 minutes during the regular oral examination period from 20.01.2025 to 31.01.2025. The exam will be open book. Further details will follow during the term.
Please make sure to regularly check the general information on exams at the University of Zurich, which you can find here.
