Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Latvia: Sustainability platform's event

Within the framework of the SCCL Sustainability Platform, a thought‑provoking discussion afternoon featuring Vita Liberte, Managing Partner at BDO Law, BDO Latvia, and sworn attorney-at-law will take place on April 29.

Vita will speak on the topic:
“Nature as a Legal Person: A New Governance Paradigm for a Sustainable Future”
This event will offer invaluable insights into one of the most innovative legal and sustainability approaches emerging worldwide.

What to Expect
In recent decades, a rapidly expanding shift in nature governance has taken place across several countries—the recognition of ecosystems as legal persons. What once seemed a philosophical concept has now evolved into a practical legal framework implemented in countries such as New Zealand, Colombia, and others.

By granting rivers, forests, or mountain ranges legal personhood, societies begin to view nature not merely as a resource, but as a subject with rights— fundamentally transforming environmental governance.

During the guest lecture, Vita Liberte will explore:
Why states choose to grant legal status to natural entities
How this approach helps navigate conflicts between economic interests and ecological needs
Who is empowered to represent nature in legal processes and how decisions are made on its behalf
What role this governance model plays in shaping state policy, business practices, and public attitudes
Global practice shows that this model fosters more structured, transparent, and fair decision‑making—particularly in situations where resource-use conflicts are longstanding and complex. It also opens new pathways for climate action, biodiversity protection, and sustainable business risk management.

The lecture will provide both conceptual understanding and practical case examples, helping entrepreneurs and policymakers see how this legal innovation can influence future sustainability and resource management strategies.

Event Details:

Date & Time:
Wednesday, 29 April 2026, from 15:00–17:00

Type of Event:
In‑person

Location:
TBC

RSVP:
Please email the SCCL office at scc@scc.lv by 27 April, 10:00.
(Kindly include your name and company.)

Admission:
SCCL Members: Free of charge
Non‑Members: EUR 30 per person

Agenda
15:00 – 15:15 – Arrival & networking
15:15 – 15:50 – Presentation by Vita Liberte
15:50 – 16:30 – Discussion & Q&A
16:30 – 17:00 – Coffee & networking

We warmly encourage you to mark your calendars and register early to secure your place at this insightful and forward‑looking event.