Lawyers Flag ‘Shock And Awe’ Over Broad SEC Climate Disclosure Plan

Lawyers and other observers are highlighting the wide breadth of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposal to mandate publicly traded companies disclose climate-related information, as the agency reaffirms its intent to crack down on “greenwashing” and ensure investors have accurate climate-related information. Comments on the March 21 climate disclosure plan are not due until at least May 20, or potentially later, depending on when the measure is formally published. But attorneys, including some who will help companies pen their...