Should Companies Write Their Own Climate Rules?

Event Overview

On November 5, 2026, the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy will host a critical discussion titled 'Should Companies Write Their Own Climate Rules?' This event will take place at the Energy Forum in the Fisher Fine Arts Building, Philadelphia, PA, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

The talk will feature Danny Cullenward, a Shleifer Senior Fellow at the Kleinman Center, who will delve into the rise of voluntary corporate climate standards. The discussion will examine the governance of these standards and their potential impact on future climate action.

Corporate climate pledges have gained significant attention since the early 2020s, with many companies setting net-zero targets aligned with the United Nations Paris Agreement. However, as some companies and nations retreat from ambitious climate goals, the voluntary standard-setting regime continues to evolve. This event will analyze the history of corporate climate pledges and the challenges associated with their governance, which has increasingly favored corporate interests over civil society.

Participants will gain insights into the complexities of corporate climate governance and the need for better accountability and science-based accounting rules. The event will conclude with a lunch, providing an opportunity for further discussion and networking among attendees.

For more information and to register, visit the Kleinman Center's event page.