SEC takes ‘monumental' step on climate disclosure
March 28, 2022 12:00:00 AMThe SEC unveiled much-anticipated rule amendments to require public companies disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions.
Institutions widely support DOL's proposed ESG rule — report
January 26, 2022 10:29:06 AMA majority of institutions support a proposed rule from the DOL that would permit retirement plan fiduciaries to consider ESG factors.
SEC less likely to exclude certain human capital, climate shareholder proposals
November 03, 2021 03:43:14 PMThe SEC is altering how it reviews whether a shareholder proposal can be excluded by a company, which could lead to more ESG proposals.
More companies disclosing climate-related financial information — report
October 14, 2021 07:00:00 AMTask Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures says more companies worldwide disclose information aligned with its recommendations.
Unknowns remain on what will shape SEC’s disclosure mandates
August 09, 2021 12:00:00 AMThe SEC is working on a new climate-risk disclosure rule for public companies and there are varying thoughts as to what it should look like.
Biden issues executive order to assess, mitigate climate-related financial risks
May 21, 2021 01:54:34 PMPresident Joe Biden signed an executive order directing federal agencies to assess and mitigate financial risks related to climate change.
Fed joins group of central banks fighting climate change
December 15, 2020 12:42:06 PMThe Fed's board of governors joined up with the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System.
DOL proposal reinforces fiduciary role in ESG investing
June 23, 2020 09:24:10 PMERISA plan fiduciaries cannot invest in ESG vehicles that sacrifice investment returns or take on additional risk, a proposed rule says.
Manager support for ESG resolutions ticks up despite low backing from megafirms
February 14, 2020 01:28:55 PMSupport for ESG-related shareholder resolutions has climbed steadily among asset managers, but several of the biggest managers vote more often vote against.
ISS study links ESG performance to profitability
January 09, 2020 10:00:00 AMFirms with high or favorable ISS ESG corporate ratings tend to be more profitable through an economic value-added lens, a study has found.
Proxy season data show big increase in accommodation
September 02, 2019 12:00:00 AMShareholders found success when it came to negotiating with companies on some key issues this proxy season.