Investing in a ‘Circular Economy’
A new report suggests investors should seek to better understand the concept of ‘resource intensity’ and pursue opportunities to reduce risks while improving global environmental outcomes.
Compliance News
Compliance
Legislative and Judicial Actions
The DOL seeks comments about protecting plan assets from climate-related risk; a proposed SEC rule would intensify registered investment adviser firms’ cybersecurity efforts; the DOL advises caution for plan sponsors considering a cryptocurrency option; and more.
SEC Votes to Propose Climate-Related Disclosure Rules
Supporters of the new proposal say it represents a positive move that will not only increase the availability to investors of more consistent climate-related data, but also increase the accountability placed on companies.
Investing
GAO Studied Retirement Plan Climate Change Risk Assessments
The agency recommended that the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) evaluate the risk of climate change on the Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)'s investment offerings.