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Direct Lobbying Transparency

Overall Assessment	Comment	Score
Comprehensive	Icade has demonstrated a comprehensive level of transparency in disclosing its climate lobbying activities. The company has clearly named specific climate policies it has engaged with, such as the 'Label bas carbone' (French Low-carbon label), the E+C- experimentation for future thermal regulation, and the French Decree related to the 60% energy reduction and renovation in office buildings by 2050, integrated into Article 175 of Law Elan. These disclosures provide detailed insights into the scope and jurisdiction of its engagements. Icade has also been transparent about its lobbying mechanisms, including participation in discussions with the Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment (CSTB), collaboration through its start-up studio Urban Odyssey, and engagement with entities like the French Ministry for Ecological Transition and 'La Société Forestiere.' These efforts demonstrate clarity in both the mechanisms used and the specific policymaking targets. Furthermore, the company has outlined specific policy outcomes it seeks, such as advocating for changes to the French Decree on energy reduction, obtaining the E+C- label for a significant portion of its properties, and supporting the 'Label bas carbone' policy without exceptions. These measurable targets and desired policy changes align with its climate objectives and the Paris Agreement, showcasing a high level of transparency and commitment to influencing sustainable practices.	4

Lobbying Governance

Overall Assessment	Comment	Score
Strong	The organization demonstrates a strong governance process for climate lobbying alignment, with clear oversight and monitoring mechanisms. The Innovation and CSR Committee, which reports to the Board of Directors, is explicitly tasked with ensuring "the coherence of our climate strategy, energy transition, and ensures that our direct and indirect activities influencing policies are consistent with our overall climate change and business strategy." This indicates a defined governance structure with specific responsibility for climate lobbying alignment. Additionally, the Audit, Risk Management and Internal Control Department manages a risk mapping process that includes "a risk regarding influence practices" and "control measures associated," ensuring transparency and supervision of activities influencing policy, including lobbying. These disclosures reflect a robust governance process, with identified responsible parties and mechanisms to monitor and align lobbying activities with the organization's climate goals. However, while the evidence highlights oversight and monitoring, it does not provide details of a comprehensive lobbying audit or describe how alignment is enforced beyond the committee's oversight, which limits the assessment to strong governance rather than comprehensive governance.	3