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Investing in the Future: Why the SEC should require a uniform climate change disclosure framework to protect investors and mitigate U.S. financial instability

Lewis & Clark Environmental Law Review, Volume 48, Issue 3

By Robyn Bishop

“Climate change is one of the most complex issues facing the United States and global economies today. International reduction of greenhouse gas emissions demonstrates a move away from fossil fuel energy and other related industries, and a transition to a lower carbon economy may disrupt economic sectors and cause sudden losses in global economic value. Over the past several years, many securities regulators and stock markets have begun to recognize that climate risks may be material to investors and financial markets…”

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