Direct Lobbying Transparency
| Overall Assessment | Comment | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive | Meta Platforms Inc has demonstrated a comprehensive level of transparency in disclosing its climate lobbying activities. The company provides a detailed account of the specific climate policies and legislation it has engaged with, including the "European Green Deal," "US NDC," "Paris Agreement," "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)," and the "Clean energy and climate provisions of the Build Back Better Act." It also highlights specific initiatives like the "Green electricity tariff in Arizona for large electricity consumers," showcasing a high level of detail in identifying the policies lobbied. Meta outlines both direct and indirect lobbying mechanisms, such as "actively participated in Congressional briefings with Senate offices to advocate for renewable energy subsidies and expansion of the program" and "worked with trade organizations (CEBA) to add legislative language in the IIJA." It specifies its targets, including "Congress" and "Senate offices," and describes mechanisms like public statements, sign-on letters, and collaboration with trade organizations, providing a comprehensive view of its lobbying mechanisms and targets. Furthermore, the company clearly articulates the specific outcomes it aims to achieve, such as "the expansion of the transmission infrastructure and additional funding for the Department of Energy to update the National Transmission Grid Study," advocating for "renewable energy subsidies and expansion of the program," and working on "section 40412 of the legislation, which expands on EIA collection of GHG emissions data availability on hourly basis." This demonstrates a clear and detailed articulation of the desired policy outcomes, reflecting Meta's commitment to transparency in its climate lobbying efforts. | 4 |