May. 13, 2022
Respectfully. As a Rural American—one of multiple millions—I support the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed rule—requiring publicly-traded companies to disclose climate-related financial risk information (S7-10-22). As you are aware, the climate crisis impacts: . every ecosystem and region of our world . extreme weather . climate-fueled disaster acceleration . humans and wildlife collectively . the suffering consequences of an unstable climate and environmental degradation perpetuated by frequently—PRIVATE polluters—who profit, gain and advance their companies, investors lobbyists interests over PUBLIC concerns. . increased frequency and severity of death and destruction To quote The National Wildlife Federation Action Fund: “The promise of a stable financial system that can support the American economy is becoming more challenging to ensure, especially while investors and other market actors don’t have all the necessary information to make smart, climate- and community-forward investment decisions. … would like to see a sustainable American market that gives investors and other market actors the choice to support companies that try their best not to harm the environment, and those that actively try to address climate change and related issues. Other countries are already requiring these types of climate-related disclosures from companies, so it is time for the U.S. to step up and do the same. The environment and all that it provides us is priceless—we enjoy national and state parks that offer us inspiring views and exciting glances at wildlife, and the biodiversity found across this nation provides life-sustaining ecosystem services. With global average temperatures on the rise causing large losses in biodiversity, we are quickly losing all that is precious to us.” Please: . Be mindful. . Be responsible and entrusted leaders. . Advocate passage and implementation of transparent information about climate-related investment and financial risk. . Finalize proposed rule—S7-10-22. With appreciation for your time and thoughtful consideration of this far reaching concern. Every good intention - Rita A