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Time to Hold Corporations Accountable for the Human Rights Impacts of Climate Washing

Reynolds Holding

A new generation of environmentally aware consumers demanded sustainable practices from companies, leading to the emergence of “greenwashing.” ” Greenwashing is the practice of making products, policies, or activities appear more environmentally friendly than they actually are. There are state statutes in the U.S.

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New California Legislation Would Be a Major Step Forward for Climate Disclosure

Reynolds Holding

3] California has long led the nation in adoption of environmental rules, including the first motor vehicle emission standards in 1966, energy efficiency standards for appliances in the 1970s, the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, and many others. [4] EPA estimates that roughly 85 to 90 percent of total U.S. 46] The U.S.

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Gibson Dunn Offers 2022 Mid-Year Securities Litigation Update

Reynolds Holding

B. EPA Decision Could Impact SEC’s Proposed Climate Disclosure Rule. On June 30, 2022, in a 6-3 split decision, the Supreme Court held that the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) lacks the authority to change the Clean Air Act’s definition of “best system of emission reduction.” at 54 (citing Janus Capital Group, Inc.

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ESG A Valuation Framework

Value Scope

As it pertains to the energy sector, the weight energy carries in various indices has gone down significantly in the last few years. Eleven industry groups are shown across the top, from Consumer Goods to Transportation. Environment. Energy Management. Selling Practices & Product Labeling. Air Quality.

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Bipartisan Group of Former SEC Officials and Securities Experts Confirms Longstanding SEC Authority on Climate Disclosure

Reynolds Holding

The Working Group on Securities Disclosure Authority respectfully submits these comments on the Commission’s recent proposal related to mandated, standardized climate-related disclosures for investors. [ Editor’s Note: This post is based on a comment letter submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 16, 2022.