Corporate Governance: Page 21


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    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
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    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 Sept. 5, 2023
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    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
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    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
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    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