RATER PROFILE
oekom’s Corporate Ratings
BACKGROUND
oekom research has been active in the rating agencies field since 1993 and is now one of the world’s leading providers of information on the social and environmental performance of companies, sectors and countries. oekom is the ESG Data Provider to several investment indexes.
oekom provides direct access to the detailed information contained in its corporate ratings of 3,900 companies in 57 countries.
The independent assessor found that oekom met the SPLC Supplier Ratings Framework, with a solid organizational structure, transparent rating methodology, scalability and accessibility to suppliers. Assessor found a comprehensive and transparent ratings methodology, consistent performance and track record, quality management system, and a comprehensive set of ESG factors being considered.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
| Provider | oekom research | Website | http://oekom-research.com/index_en.php |
| Launch date | 1993 | Contact | Ariane de Vienne |
| Ratings team size | >1,000 | clients@oekom-research.com | |
| Ratings format | A+ to D- | ||
| Cost for suppliers | Free upon invitation from oekom. USD 15,000 upon request. | ||
| Cost for buyers/purchasers | Price on request | ||
| Accessible | Yes, new companies can be rated | ||
| Customizable | Yes, can be customized |
COVERAGE
oekom research rates 3,900 companies from the following world regions:
| # of Rated Companies | North America | Central & South America | Europe | Africa | Middle East | Asia | Australia/ Oceania |
| 3,900 | 879 | 199 | 1,632 | 60 | 38 | 907 | 86 |
SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES ADDRESSED
oekom research Corporate Ratings address 34 indicators covering the following environmental, social, and economic/governance issues. oekom research addresses almost all topics by assessing more than 700 general and industry specific indicators.
| INDICATOR | COVERED? | |
E n v i r o n m e n t a l | Emissions and Pollution Reduction | ✔ |
| Energy (Renewable, Efficiency, Conservation) | ✔ | |
| Environmental Compliance & Reporting | ✔ | |
| Hazardous Substances | ✔ | |
| Land Use & Biodiversity | ✔ | |
| Materials Sourcing | ✔ | |
| Product Lifecycle Management | ✔ | |
| Resource Use & Replenishment | ✔ | |
| Water | ✔ | |
| Waste Reduction | ✔ | |
| Wastewater | ✔ | |
S o c i a l | Child Labor | ✔ |
| Community Engagement | ✔ | |
| Community Investment | ||
| Disciplinary Practices | ||
| Forced/Compulsory Labor | ✔ | |
| Freedom of Association & Right to Collective Bargaining | ✔ | |
| Harassment & Abuse | ✔ | |
| Human Rights | ✔ | |
| Managing Retrenchment | ||
| Non-Discrimination | ✔ | |
| Training & Employee Development | ✔ | |
| Wages | ✔ | |
| Working Hours | ✔ | |
| Worker Health & Safety | ✔ | |
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| Anti-Corruption | ✔ |
| Business Integrity | ✔ | |
| Conflicts of Interest | ✔ | |
| Disclosure of Information | ✔ | |
| Fair & Honest Marketing | ✔ | |
| Intellectual Property | ||
| No Improper Advantage | ✔ | |
| Protection of Identity & Privacy (employee and customer) | ✔ | |
O t h e r | Economic Performance | ✔ |
| Green Product Affordability | ✔ | |
| Incorporate ESG Issues in Investment Decisions | ✔ | |
| Management & Grievance Reporting System in Place | ✔ | |
| Supports SMEs | ✔ | |
| Develops Markets for Sustainable Products and Services | ✔ | |
| Promotes Fair Trade | ✔ |
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