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ESG Screening and Controversy Research Services

SGA offers customized support to clients in their investment decision-making process by researching, analyzing, and screening companies in risk management and portfolio construction. We help screen various ESG criteria using screening methodologies that cover diverse sectors and consider both positive and exclusionary factors. Our ESG experts offer extensive expertise across various ESG issues, assisting clients with leading asset owners and designing tailored solutions to integrate sustainable and responsible investing.

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ESG Screening and Controversy Research Services

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Controversy research involves investigating incidents or events associated with a company that may have negative impacts on the environment, society, or governance practices.
These incidents can include environmental violations, human rights abuses, labor disputes, corruption, or other unethical behaviors.
Our controversy research aims to shed light on such incidents, allowing investors and stakeholders to make informed decisions about their investments and engagements with the company.

Enabling Informed Decisions: Evaluating ESG Performance through Screening Research

Screening research involves evaluating companies based on specific ESG criteria to assess their sustainability and ethical performance.
Companies are screened based on predefined sustainability metrics to determine their ESG scores and identify their alignment with sustainable practices. The screening encompasses various themes, including but not limited to tobacco, alcohol, gambling, and more.
Positive screening focuses on identifying companies that exhibit strong ESG performance, while negative screening identifies companies with poor ESG performance or involvement in controversial activities.

Illuminating ESG Controversies: Empowering Responsible Investments and Engagement

Controversy research involves investigating incidents or events associated with a company that may have negative impacts on the environment, society, or governance practices.
These incidents can include environmental violations, human rights abuses, labor disputes, corruption, or other unethical behaviors.
Our controversy research aims to shed light on such incidents, allowing investors and stakeholders to make informed decisions about their investments and engagements with the company.

Enabling Informed Decisions: Evaluating ESG Performance through Screening Research

Screening research involves evaluating companies based on specific ESG criteria to assess their sustainability and ethical performance.
Companies are screened based on predefined sustainability metrics to determine their ESG scores and identify their alignment with sustainable practices. The screening encompasses various themes, including but not limited to tobacco, alcohol, gambling, and more.
Positive screening focuses on identifying companies that exhibit strong ESG performance, while negative screening identifies companies with poor ESG performance or involvement in controversial activities.

ESG Screening Services

We perform norm-based screenings using guidelines such as the 10 UNGC Principles, ILO Conventions, UNPRI, and more.

Our ESG positive screening solutions are tailored to facilitate selection based on personalized criteria, including ESG performance, compliance with regulatory standards, adherence to global policies, and income generated from sustainable products.

Regarding ESG exclusions, we carry out screenings that encompass a broad spectrum of factors, such as lethal weapons, conflict minerals, child labor, human rights violations, activities related to coal, participation in the alcohol and tobacco industries, and engagement in gambling

We meticulously classify articles into specific ESG categories, covering 45+ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), enabling you to focus on the aspects that matter most to you.

Our coverage extends far and wide, encompassing a multitude of sectors, including Health, Chemistry, Transportation, Resources, Software, and more.

We analyze controversies related to human rights violations, particularly in regions of sensitivity, among others.

Our dedication to detailed research drives us to explore a company’s products thoroughly. Through our diligent efforts, we identify any negative screening themes they may be associated with.

We closely examine the event’s credibility, measure the scope of the controversy’s influence, evaluate the company’s engagement level in the controversial incident, and assess the impact based on pre-determined guidelines.

Our ESG controversies research spans multiple geographies, covering 10,000+ companies worldwide, providing a global perspective. With an eye on worldwide operations, we deliver a comprehensive analysis of companies’ actions.

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, our cutting-edge AI model identifies controversies and conducts sentiment analysis. Our technology ensures a deeper understanding of the implications behind each finding and covers more than 36,000 news sources, assisting the client in tracking various companies’ news globally.

Join us in unveiling the truth behind ESG controversies. Take a step toward responsible and informed decision-making with our research solutions.

What We Offer

We perform norm-based screenings using guidelines such as the 10 UNGC Principles, ILO Conventions, UNPRI, and more.

We meticulously classify articles into specific ESG categories, covering 45+ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), enabling you to focus on the aspects that matter most to you.

Our coverage extends far and wide, encompassing a multitude of sectors, including Health, Chemistry, Transportation, Resources, Software, and more.

We analyze controversies related to human rights violations, particularly in regions of sensitivity, among others.

Our dedication to detailed research drives us to explore a company’s products thoroughly. Through our diligent efforts, we identify any negative screening themes they may be associated with.

Join us in unveiling the truth behind ESG controversies. Take a step toward responsible and informed decision-making with our research solutions.

What We Do > ESG Services > ESG Data Services > ESG Screening and Controversy Research Services

ESG Screening and Controversy Research Services

What We Do > ESG Services > Screening and controversy

ESG Screening and Controversy Research Services

Illuminating ESG Controversies: Empowering Responsible Investments and Engagement

Enabling Informed Decisions: Evaluating ESG Performance through Screening Research

Illuminating ESG Controversies: Empowering Responsible Investments and Engagement

Enabling Informed Decisions: Evaluating ESG Performance through Screening Research

ESG Screening Services

What We Offer

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