Edelman’s sustainability review ends in no client changes … for now
Global PR agency Edelman has completed its previously stated “sustainability review”, resulting in no current changes to its client list. The firm did say that future discussions with clients may result in a parting of ways.
The firm’s global CEO, Richard Edelman, wrote in a blog post that its operating principles have been updated based on the review, which includes working “with those committed to accelerating action to Net Zero in compliance with the Paris Accords and “putting science and facts first”.
However for now, the firm continues to work with clients including Shell (Viva Energy) in Australia, as well as ExxonMobil, Chevron, Puget Sound Energy, and the API (Australian Petroleum Institute).
Lol… what a PR own-goal by Edelman.
Proudly beats its own chest about commitment to sustainability or else.. then later realises all the petrol companies make up too much revenue to walk away from.. and then waters down its statement to “We are initiating discussions with clients and account teams to confirm our findings and engage on pathways forward…” blah blah blah
What a laughable backdown.
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only a PR company would talk before it can walk