Featuring keynote speaker:
California State Senator Scott Weiner
As climate disclosure regulations expand globally, companies face increasing demands from regulators worldwide. Recent California legislation, now transitioning into regulation, will soon require businesses over a certain revenue threshold that are operating in the state to report specific climate data. Understanding these requirements, how they intersect with global mandates, and preparing for efficient compliance is essential for financial reporting professionals. Join XBRL US and SEC Pro for an engaging roundtable tailored for SEC reporting professionals who will be on the frontlines of these new climate disclosure requirements.
California State Senator Scott WeinerThis event will:
- Provide an overview of global and California-specific climate disclosure mandates
- Explore best practices for digitizing and managing climate data reporting
- Offer opportunities to connect with local SEC reporting professionals and share strategies for navigating new requirements
- Facilitate feedback to regulators, including the California Air Resources Board (CARB), on the challenges companies face
Cap off the day at our networking happy hour, where you can continue the conversation, exchange ideas, and connect with peers and industry leaders in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss this opportunity for lively discussions and timely updates on changes in the regulatory landscape!
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| Agenda | |
| 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 1:00 - 1:30 PM | Keynote: California State Senator Scott Weiner
California State Senator Scott Weiner, who represents San Francisco and northern San Mateo County in the California State Senate, will provide opening remarks on Senate Bill 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. |
| 1:30 - 2:20 PM | Climate Mandates and Digitization
Mandates in the European Union (EU) and IFRS reporting countries start as soon as 2026. California is developing climate disclosure regulations to satisfy Senate Bills 253 and 261. There is significant overlap between these programs and their reporting requirements. This session covers requirements for reporting and assurance, how they intersect, and how digital (structured data) reporting could reduce reporting burden and produce more actionable data. Speakers:
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| 2:20 - 2:30 PM | Break |
| 2:30 - 3:15 PM | How Companies are Preparing
Climate disclosure requirements present challenges for companies large and small. Some companies must report data to more than one regulator. Smaller companies may be collecting climate data for the first time. All face the challenge of new assurance requirements and the complexities of scope 3 reporting. This panel will address what companies are doing to plan ahead and how professional service providers are supporting them. Speakers:
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| 3:15 - 3:45 PM | Roundtable Audience Discussion
Attendees will participate in roundtable discussions with facilitated questions around preparing for new requirements and information that could be used to inform California regulatory requirements. |
| 3:45 - 4:45 PM | Networking Reception |
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Prerequisites: None
Program Knowledge Level: Basic
Advance Preparation: Be familiar with California SBs 253 and 261
Program Format: Group Live
