'Disclosure dividend': Study shows how acting on climate data can deliver up to $21 for every $1 invested

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New CDP report details how companies that accurately report on their carbon emissions can unlock significant financial benefits

Every dollar spent addressing physical climate risks could deliver a return of up to $21 for some firms, underscoring how companies that measure and manage environmental risks are better positioned to...

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