Environmental, Social and Governance Solutions

KPMG's global goal is to establish itself as the leading professional services firm in the field of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). We are dedicated to keeping track of legislative changes and providing clients with the latest information regarding the evolving ESG regulatory framework.

Our legal services encompass a wide range of ESG-related matters, including:

• Environmental: Assisting clients in interpreting environmental protection legislation, conducting environmental law compliance due diligence, and resolving disputes related to environmental issues.
• Social: Providing comprehensive support in labor law matters, advising on human resources and public-image concerns such as health and safety, human rights and privacy, pay equity, and employee engagement.
• Governance: Supporting the implementation of ESG strategies, developing internal risk management mechanisms, and establishing policies aligned with ESG principles.

In collaboration with the KPMG advisory team, we conduct ESG due diligence as part of our deal support services. Through this process, we identify ESG risks and opportunities that may impact valuations in the context of mergers and acquisitions, often leading to significant adjustments.

By combining our legal expertise with the broader capabilities of the KPMG network, we strive to assist clients in effectively managing their ESG responsibilities, mitigating risks, and leveraging ESG as a driver for long-term success.

Regarding environmental protection, there are a number of laws and regulations in effect in Uzbekistan. The Republic of Uzbekistan is implementing large-scale reforms in labor law and corporate governance in line with the global ESG agenda. This has resulted, in particular, in the enactment of the new Labour Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Our recent experience includes a comprehensive legal review of 10 companies producing wine and liquor products to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.