Tag: greenwashing

Proposed SEC Rules Tighten ESG Investment Claims

By Lisa Whitley Coleman, EHS Daily Advisor Jun 8, 2022 EHS Administration

Updated: Jun 8, 2022

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released two press releases on May 25, 2022, announcing proposed rule changes intended to battle “greenwashing” claims by investment groups. Names Rule The current Names Rule requires registered investment companies with business names suggesting a focus on particular types of investments to adopt a policy to invest at least […]

Greenwashing: Lawsuit Charges Oil Companies with False Advertising

By Lisa Whitley Coleman, EHS Daily Advisor May 5, 2021 Energy

Updated: May 5, 2021

On April 22, 2021, Earth Day, New York City (NYC) filed suit in New York Supreme Court against Exxon, Shell, BP, and the American Petroleum Institute. The suit alleges the companies utilize false advertising and deceptive trade practices and made untrue claims about the benefits of using their products (commonly known as “greenwashing” when referring […]

Benchmark Gensuite and GIST Impact Announce Partnership to Bring Clarity to Sustainability and ESG Management

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

Benchmark Gensuite, a leading provider of cloud-based Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) and Sustainability software solutions, and GIST Impact, a market-leading impact data and analytics provider, on December 5 announced a strategic partnership to deliver comprehensive sustainability management and reporting capabilities to global organizations. This collaboration brings together Benchmark Gensuite’s robust digital platform for EHS and […]

8 Key Benefits of Implementing ISO 45001 in Your Workplace

8 Key Benefits of Implementing ISO 45001 in Your Workplace Every year, countless workers suffer injuries or illnesses in their workplaces. These incidents not only harm individuals but also lead to lost hours, increased absenteeism and decreased productivity for organizations. ISO 45001, the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems, offers a powerful […]

Environment, Health and Safety Compliance Checklist

Regulatory scrutiny around safety is increasing in every industry – don’t get caught without a solid understanding of what you’re responsible for. Whether you need help with hazard communication, injury prevention, or emergency response, KPA’s comprehensive EHS checklist enables safety managers to quickly assess compliance status, identify vulnerabilities, and validate safety protocols. This guide helps […]

EHS Insight’s Safety Maturity Model

EHS Insight’s Safety Maturity Model Workplace safety culture is shaped by an organization’s shared beliefs, values, and attitudes toward safety. When this culture isn’t aligned, safety initiatives struggle, leading to more injuries. To address this, companies must assess the maturity of their safety culture. Often, when companies face compliance or safety issues, they focus on […]

Top 5 OSHA Violations: How to Prepare for an Inspection

OSHA inspections don’t have to be overwhelming. In this exclusive eGuide, we break down the Top five OSHA violations of 2024 and share actionable insights from two of the most respected safety leaders in the U.S., Dr. L.F. Martin and James Junkin. Discover insider tips to address 2024’s most common OSHA violations and protect your workforce. Learn […]