The SEC has approved an interpretative guidance to clarify what publicly-traded companies should disclose to investors in terms of the impact that material climate change-related developments could have on their business.

EnCana agrees to hold its first pay vote in 2011.

Meritas Mutual Funds withdraws second pay vote proposal

Meritas Mutual Funds withdraws its proposal requesting the vote on executive pay

During the final quarter of 2009, SHARE engaged with 31 companies on key Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risks and opportunities.

Decision follows dialogue with Meritas Mutual Funds on the issue since June 2008.

A Report recently released by the Ontario Securities Commission on improving corporate reporting proposes compliance reviews and guidance, no new regulations.

Recently, Goldman Sachs announced changes in its pay practices that may placate some of its longtime critics.

Earlier this month, RiskMetrics Group announced that it will acquire KLD Research & Analytics, a provider of research that integrates environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into the investment analysis.

During the third quarter of 2009, SHARE engaged with a total of 34 companies on ten Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues.