Apple, Wal-Mart Stick With Climate Pledges to Obama

The transcript discusses corporate commitments to climate change initiatives, highlighting the motivations behind these pledges, such as employee expectations and the reality of climate change. It examines corporate reactions to recent executive orders, with companies like Walmart, GE, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, and Google advocating for policies like the Clean Power Plan. The role of lobbying groups and their opposition to certain regulations is also explored. Finally, the importance of sustainability in business strategy and its impact on employee retention and global operations is emphasized.

What factors led companies to commit to renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions?

How have companies like Walmart and GE influenced corporate involvement in climate change initiatives?

What role do lobbying groups, such as the US Chamber of Commerce, play in the context of corporate climate policies?

In what ways are climate issues becoming integrated into the day-to-day operations of businesses?

How do international regulations and policies impact corporate strategies regarding climate change?