Let’s Continue The Conversation On Green Reporting: Is It Important, And Can Simple Changes Strengthen Green Policies?

Summary:

• The SEC proposed “green” reporting for all stocks traded on the public market. Many companies have already begun implementing this policy.
• Reporting will protect shareholder interests, as the world continues to transition towards a net-zero future.
• Companies who haven’t initiated “green” status by 2030, 2050 at the latest, could face financial repercussions — especially if they wait until the last minute to do so.
• Transparent reporting will further minimize the “greenwashing” that takes place amongst several companies that claim to be ESG-friendly.
• Simple changes to operating equipment can strengthen green policies and heighten support from shareholders

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been exploring options that encourage companies to act more sustainably by reporting all environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) activities to shareholders.

In March, the Commission proposed measures that would require all publicly-traded companies to report all green initiatives in an effort to curb detrimentally high carbon emissions and to promote greener investments for…