In 2010, SEC staff issued guidance stating that climate change could impact business operations as it carries material risks that affect financial performance, and anything that could impact financial performance should be communicated to investors. The rule will provide specific guidance to publicly-traded companies regarding how they communicate their climate-related risks. Now is the time to ensure your company’s emissions tracking and climate strategy are robust, accurate, actionable, and audit-ready. This new rule will be published in Fall 2023.

The Federal Trade Commission’s Green Guides are designed to help marketers avoid making environmental claims that mislead consumers. The next revision will be made in 2024.