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The SEC's Big New Climate Disclosure Rule

Mar 13, 2024
Jennifer Schulp, an expert on the SEC's new climate disclosure rule, discusses its benefits for investors and why the agency adopted it. They explore the implications, costs, and consequences of the rule, as well as its potential impact on investor decisions and company behavior. Concerns arise about potential confusion and challenges for companies facing standardized climate disclosure regulations.
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  • The SEC's new climate disclosure rule benefits investors by providing relevant and material information demanded by investors.
  • The disclosure rule may lead to potential investor misinterpretation and information overload due to extensive detailed requirements.

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SEC's Authority and Climate Risk Disclosure

The SEC, guided by the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, has the authority to require public companies to disclose information considered material to investors. The new climate risk disclosure rule aims to provide relevant and material information demanded by investors. However, the extensive detailed disclosure requirements increase the cost for public companies, raising concerns about potential investor misinterpretation and information overload.

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