Sustainability factors affect majority of S&P 500 executives pay. Sustainability is now a factor in assessing the pay of executives at more than half of the S&P 500 companies, according to an analysis by GMI Ratings. At some companies, executive bonuses up to as much as 40% are tied to sustainability targets. Sustainability compensation was highest for the utility and energy sectors and lowest for the non-cyclical consumer goods and services sector. For the full story, visit the Pensions and Investments website by clicking here.
About the Author: Lauren Boitel
Lauren Boitel is the Executive Director of ImpactNV, a statewide sustainability NGO convener and coalition builder that drives systemic change around economic, environmental, and social sustainability in the Silver State. Lauren has 12 years of experience as a Sustainability Professional in Southern Nevada and teaches Sustainability & Entrepreneurship for the Lee Business School at UNLV.
