Franklin Resources Inc

Lobbying Governance

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Franklin Templeton's Stewardship and Sustainability Council and the Global Sustainability Strategy Team have identified climate change as a key strategic priority for the firm and will be implementing this important agenda for change throughout the organization, in collaboration with internal stakeholders and clients.

https://investors.franklinresources.com/news-center/press-releases/press-release-details/2021/Franklin-Templeton-ClearBridge-Investments-Brandywine-Global-and-Martin-Currie-Join-Industry-Leading-Net-Zero-Asset-Managers-Initiative/default.aspx

Describe the process(es) your organization has in place to ensure that your engagement activities are consistent with your overall climate change strategy[…]We have a central council, referred to as the Sustainability and Stewardship Council- which is able to oversee the approaches by each of our investment managers to ensure consistency in engagement with our climate goals.

CDP Questionnaire Response 2022