Direct Lobbying Transparency
| Overall Assessment | Comment | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive | Sempra 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 "SB 1063," "SB 1399," "AB 3074," and federal legislation like "H.R. 2801 – the METHANE Act." It also references its alignment with broader frameworks like California's carbon neutrality goals and the Paris Agreement. Sempra provides detailed information about its lobbying mechanisms, including direct engagement through "meetings, email, telephone calls, and/or position statements," and identifies its targets, such as "legislative staff" in Sacramento and federal policymakers. Additionally, the company engages indirectly through trade associations, such as the American Gas Association and the California Carbon Capture Coalition, and has developed a standardized trade association climate lobbying disclosure template to ensure alignment with its climate goals. Sempra has also been explicit about the outcomes it seeks, including supporting methane rules by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, promoting renewable natural gas and hydrogen infrastructure, and advocating for tax credits and incentives for clean energy technologies. These disclosures illustrate Sempra's commitment to achieving specific policy changes and environmental targets, showcasing a high level of transparency in its climate lobbying efforts. | 4 |