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Full evaluation of industry-specific ESG risks, accomplishments, and opportunities, with periodic measurement and monitoring of ongoing issues.
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Seamless integration of ESG data into your workflow, research, and portfolio modeling using Xpressfeed™, our advanced data distribution system.
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ESG data collection through direct engagement with companies to capture on average 1,000 data points across a range of relevant topics.
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Vetting of data and analysis is made via a rigorous, third-party audited quality review.
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Support from a team of analysts available worldwide to answer your questions about our ESG services and solutions.
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The flow of our information and analysis spans the entire S&P Global ecosystem.
More data.
Deeper analysis.
Clearer picture.
What goes into an ESG score?
Participating companies provide detailed answers to a standardized set of ESG-related questions through our proprietary Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).
How we score the Corporate Sustainability Assessment
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Start with data
Nearly 1,000 data points are assessed for each participating firm -
Study the answers
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Segment the findings
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Value each dimension
After review, individual raw data items are aggregated into question scores, then into criteria, dimension scores that make up the S&P Global ESG score. This is done using predefined scoring algorithms and aggregation techniques that ensure objectivity in the scoring process. -
Create the S&P Global ESG Score
A final S&P Global ESG Score is determined using predefined weights based on financial materiality for each industry.
The ESG scores of 7,300+ companies are calculated by our team in Zurich based on company answers to the CSA and/or publicly available data.
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