2024 Proxy Season: The Importance of Evaluating DEI, ESG, and Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosures

Summary

In preparing for both the 2024 proxy season and publication of inaugural or refreshed corporate social responsibility or sustainability reports, as well as in anticipation of final climate disclosure rules from the SEC as of March 6, public companies should consider closely reviewing their policies, procedures, and disclosures related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) statements and commitments.