The tech industry has been a been vocal on climate issues in the past, even as employees have pressed the companies themselves to do better.
"We believe that climate disclosures are critical to ensure that companies follow through on stated climate commitments and to track collective progress towards addressing global warming and building a prosperous, resilient zero-carbon economy," the companies wrote.
In the letter, the group outlined several principles they believe the SEC should incorporate into rules around climate disclosures. They said businesses should report on their relevant greenhouse gas emissions measured by relevant global standards and the SEC should lean on existing frameworks to ensure disclosures are consistent and comparable to one another.
The group said that collectively, it's purchased 21 gigawatts of clean energy and each aims to procure 100% renewable energy.
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