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February 04, 2010

Climate RESOLVE: Coming Together for the Environment

Business Roundtable’s Climate RESOLVE (Responsible Environmental Steps, Opportunities to Lead by Voluntary Efforts), now in its sixth year, has educated, motivated and inspired Business Roundtable member companies to take action to reduce their greenhouse gases (GHG) and address the issue of climate change. Climate RESOLVE is the only broad-based business initiative dedicated to helping its members reduce their GHG emissions through one-on-one counseling, learning sessions, workshops, networking opportunities and exposure to member company best practices. The initiative has spurred greater awareness of climate issues in the business community and motivated many companies to develop policies and strategies for managing their emissions.

What we have accomplished:

  • We have motivated more than 70 percent of Business Roundtable’s membership to take action to address climate change;
  • Conducted five full workshops, each widely attended;
  • Coordinated more than 50 learning sessions on energy efficiency, green power, government programs, GHG management, best practices and success stories, power, lighting, heating and cooling, to name a few;
  • Provided one-on-one counseling and created comprehensive member tools and resources for participating companies; and
  • Created a new pilot metrics program for companies to report their GHG emissions.

What’s next?

  • Strive for 100 percent participation by Business Roundtable members;
  • Provide the latest relevant domestic and global climate information;
  • Expand and improve metrics and reporting; and
  • Share success stories and best practices.

Recent Studies and Resources

Date Title Description  

04/10/2013

Background Paper on Conflict Minerals Disclosure Rule

Section 1502 of the “Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act” (Dodd-Frank Act) directs the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to promulgate regulations regarding the use of conflict minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and adjoining countries.

Background Paper on Conflict Minerals Disclosure Rule

04/10/2013

Taking Action on Immigration

The time has come for realistic immigration solutions that will both strengthen national security and boost economic growth. America needs an immigration system that places more resources toward enforcement of laws, produces a more dynamic and skilled labor force, and enables U.S. businesses and workers to compete more effectively in the global marketplace. Getting reform right is essential to a healthier economy — accelerating growth, encouraging hiring and creating jobs.

04/09/2013

Reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act

As Congress moves forward with the long-overdue reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Business Roundtable encourages policymakers to embrace the following principles to ensure a far more effective and efficient workforce investment system in this nation.

04/08/2013

Background Paper on OTC Derivatives End-User Exemption

Regulations implementing “Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act” (Dodd-Frank Act) provisions that impact end-users of derivatives need to be carefully tailored so that they do not disrupt risk-management practices that pose no systemic risk to the economy.

Background Paper on OTC Derivatives End-User Exemption

03/04/2013

Background Paper on Keystone XL Pipeline Project

The State Department is responsible for issuing “presidential permits” for cross-border pipelines. In the past, such as the case with Enbridge’s Alberta Clipper pipeline, permits have been granted with little or no controversy.

Background Paper on Keystone XL Pipeline Project

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