As You Sow is a U.S.-based nonprofit focused on corporate accountability and sustainable business practices, founded in 1992. The organization leverages shareholder advocacy, research, and engagement to improve companies’ performance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.
For the chemical and materials value chain, As You Sow engages investors and companies on climate risk and decarbonization, plastic packaging and circularity, reduction of toxic substances (including PFAS and other priority chemicals), product safety, and supply‑chain transparency. It files shareholder resolutions, conducts dialogues with management, and publishes scorecards and benchmarks that inform investors and other stakeholders about corporate practices and progress.
