The impact of climate change-related policies and initiatives on the corporate and investor communities, as well as other potential effects, include changes in consumer and industrial behavior, increased demand for alternative energy sources, technological advancements, transmission storage and consumption of energy, energy conservation measures, reduced demand for services and facilities related to the exploration for and production of crude oil, natural gas, and other energy sources, as well as negative perceptions and reputational risks associated with the exploration for and production of these resources.