Frequently Asked Questions

Why is climate policy important?

We need ambitious climate policy to solve the crisis at scale. Achieving ambitious carbon reduction goals (50% cut by 2030...
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What positions has Salesforce taken on climate policy?

Eric Loeb, VP of government affairs was quoted in Protocol saying “We urgently need to move our country forward to...
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What are the reasons Salesforce joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and can those goals be achieved outside the Chamber?

Companies participate in trade associations for multiple reasons, but the primary benefit is lobbying. Trade associations communicate with lawmakers, on...
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Is there an official response from Salesforce on why the company is still a member of the Chamber despite the Chamber lobbying against pro-climate policies?

Suzanne DiBianca was asked this question as part of a 2023 Fortune “Sustainability 101” interview series....
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Isn’t there an opportunity for companies to influence pro-climate policies from within the Chamber? Can’t Salesforce make a bigger impact this way?

In 2017, a group of companies formed The Climate Solutions Working Group, a small group of Chamber members dedicated to...
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Should Salesforce lead the creation of a trade organization focused on sustainability in commerce – “U.S. Chamber of Sustainable Commerce?”

Climate leadership can take many forms. The goal is for Salesforce to use its enormous influence to advocate for bold...
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Why is the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s anti-climate policy stance significant for non-U.S. citizens as well?

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s anti-climate policy stance is significant for non-U.S. citizens for several reasons....
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Resources

Escape the Chamber Sources ClimateVoice Trade Association Explainer FAQ ClimateVoice “Connect the Dots” Series...
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