Corporate Governance: Page 12
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In 2024, HR could be asked to modernize hiring, reinvent DEI
Employers also will have to address evolving return-to-office concerns and work-life balance issues in the coming year, a panel of experts said.
By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 27, 2023 -
Walmart’s doula benefits go nationwide
Since Roe v. Wade’s reversal, many employers have been more active in championing workers’ reproductive health.
By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from ESG Dive
This year has shaped up to be a formative one for ESG, both on the regulatory and financial front, with the SEC’s climate disclosure rule and the battle over shareholder rights and proposal approvals.
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Adidas case slapped with amended complaint for violating ESG policies
Shareholders amended the class-action lawsuit against the sportswear brand, which accuses it of failing to disclose ESG and DEI violations made by rapper Ye in a timely manner.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 25, 2023 -
131 companies urge governments to accelerate decarbonization ahead of COP28
The coalition, which includes companies like Nestlé and eBay and represents nearly $1 trillion in annual revenue, is asking policymakers to end reliance on fossil fuels through regulations and clean-energy investments.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 24, 2023 -
Deep Dive
7 ESG trends influencing corporate strategy
Developments in the ESG landscape directing investor decisions include the consolidation of reporting frameworks, the rise of AI and data metrics, social responsibility and impending regulation from the SEC.
By Lamar Johnson , Zoya Mirza • Oct. 23, 2023 -
Investors not willing to sacrifice returns for ESG performance: report
Retail investors care about incorporating ESG factors into their decision-making when they are “financially material” for company operations, according to recent research.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 23, 2023 -
Suppliers say automakers must balance sustainability with safety, costs
Greater standardization of targets and measures would help the automotive industry reach net-zero emissions globally by 2050, a Center for Automotive Research report says.
By Michael Brady • Oct. 2, 2023 -
75% of companies unprepared for coming ESG audits: KPMG
As regulators worldwide begin to mandate ESG disclosures, only 25% of companies are ready for audits of their reports, KPMG said.
By Jim Tyson • Sept. 26, 2023 -
Lego to invest $1.4B in sustainability as it pledges net-zero emissions by 2050
The Danish toy manufacturer plans to reduce its environmental impact by designing carbon neutral factories and producing more renewable energy.
By Zoya Mirza • Sept. 5, 2023 -
6 CFO tips for handling the backlash against ESG
The ESG backlash has compelled companies to alter their sustainability strategies, including ensuring close alignment with core business goals, the Conference Board said.
By Jim Tyson • Aug. 9, 2023 -
Record number of ESG shareholder proposals go to a vote
As of June 30, approval rates for shareholder proposals focused on environmental and social issues fell compared to all of 2022, Diligent Market Intelligence said.
By Jim Tyson • Aug. 4, 2023 -
ESG standard setter releases global reporting rules
The global effort to harmonize rules for corporate sustainability reporting will now focus on rallying adoption of its voluntary standards in dozens of jurisdictions worldwide.
By Jim Tyson • June 27, 2023 -
SEC General Counsel defends climate risk disclosure rule
Republican lawmakers accused the SEC’s top attorney of stonewalling requests for information on the agency’s regulation and enforcement.
By Jim Tyson • June 22, 2023
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