American Bar Association Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources Conference

Join top professionals from government and industry for timely discussions on environmental, energy, and resources law. This year’s American Bar Association Fall Conference features dynamic programming and networking opportunities in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Panel Discussion

Friday, October 24 | 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Tug Of War: Navigating Divergent ESG Rules in the U.S. and EU For American Companies 

Explore the evolving ESG landscape as American companies face conflicting regulations across jurisdictions. From the EU’s CSRD to California’s climate laws and state-level “anti-ESG” initiatives, this session offers legal insights and practical strategies for managing complex compliance challenges.

Panel

• Zach Berliner (Moderator), Lowenstein Sandler, Roseland, NJ
• Lisa Fewins, Corporate Sustainability Director, HDR, Kansas City, MO
• Sarah Fortt, Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Ford Motor Company, Washington, DC
• Michael Littenberg, Ropes and Gray, New York City, NY
• Panel Liaison: Jen Wollenberg, Principal, Integral Consulting Inc., Philadelphia, PA