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Heather M. Palmer

Sidley Austin LLP


Heather Palmer is a Partner in Sidley’s Environmental and Energy practices based in Houston, Texas. As a co-leader of Sidley’s global ESG and climate change practices, she plays a strategic role in advising clients on a broad range of ESG issues, including sustainability, the disclosure of ESG risks in securities filings, and the development of corporate ESG programs and goals. She has been recognized in numerous publications, including Chambers and Partners Crisis & Risk Management Guide for Global Environmental, Social & Governance Risk, and was named to the 2021 National Association of Corporate Directors Directorship 100 in recognition of her significant impact on boardroom practices and performance.