Cierre minero en Colombia: ¿por qué el Decreto 0742 de 2026 cambia las reglas del juego?

La restauración ambiental deja de ser el último capítulo de un proyecto minero para convertirse en el primero. Durante décadas, en Colombia el cierre de una mina fue casi un vacío legal: las obligaciones ambientales, sociales y financieras del final de la operación no...

Decree 0552 of 2026: Colombia’s First Binding Framework on Business and Human Rights: An Environmental Law Perspective

On June 1, 2026, the Colombian Government issued Decree 0552 of 2026, establishing for the first time a unified regulatory framework governing the relationship between business activity and human rights. Though its immediate legal obligations fall on the State rather...

When Environmental Policy Meets Business: Lessons from Eco Oro v. Colombia

A landmark ICSID arbitration ruling shows how state environmental decisions can expose governments to liability — and leave investors with far less than they sought. In July 2024, an international arbitration tribunal issued a decision that sent a clear signal to...

Understanding the OECD Guidelines: A Critical Framework for Responsible Business Conduct

OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises represent one of the most comprehensive frameworks for ensuring that corporate operations align with ethical, environmental, and social standards worldwide.