9.1.2008

Law that allows incorporating sustainability into charters allows protection, visibility

In 2007, the Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 2826, which allows Oregon corporations to include a provision in their Articles of Incorporation “authorizing or directing the corporation to conduct the business of the corporation in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible.” ORS Chapter 60.047(2)(e) became effective on Jan. 1, 2008. View full article (PDF).