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California’s Climate Disclosure Bill Could Have a Huge Impact Across the Nation (prospect.org)
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It's worth noting that the governor has promised to sign

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[–] pizzaiolo@slrpnk.net 3 points 1 year ago

It's nice that the bill includes scope 3 emissions. Sometimes up to 90% of a company's emissions fall into this category.

Now let's hope Europe follows suit.

[–] AEMarling@slrpnk.net 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

If you live in CA, call the Governor to sign the bill.

[–] silence7@slrpnk.net 3 points 1 year ago

Given that Newsom has promised to sign, I'd thank him for that promise, and ask for his signature on another bill, such as SB261.

His office takes calls from the public at +1 (916) 445-2841