ESG RATINGS & SCORES

SES ESG Research Private Limited provides independent ESG Ratings / Scores using a proprietary ESG Evaluation Model, designed to deliver a comprehensive assessment of companies.

SES has developed its ESG Score model to analyse companies across Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) parameters, going beyond disclosures to evaluate actual performance, progress over time, and future commitments.

ESG Evaluation Model
  • Built on a robust framework of 650+ indicators
  • Covers policies, disclosures, implementation, performance, and outcomes
  • Incorporates:
    • Regulatory requirements (SEBI, Companies Act, etc.)
    • Global best practices and voluntary frameworks
Materiality-Driven Approach
  • Based on Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards and Materiality Map
  • Industry-specific weightages to reflect sector-relevant ESG risks and opportunities
  • Recognises that "one size does not fit all"
  • SES ESG formally licenses and applies SASB Materiality Map® and SICS® in its ESG work
Independent & Transparent Methodology
  • Based solely on publicly available information
  • No interaction with rated entities during evaluation
  • Ensures independence, objectivity, and transparency

The Evaluates not only disclosures but also actual ESG performance and year-on-year improvements

Dynamic & Evolving Model

The SES ESG Model is continuously updated to reflect:

  • Continuously updated to reflect evolving SEBI regulations, including BRSR & BRSR Core
  • Incorporates changes in global ESG frameworks and standards
  • Accounts for emerging sustainability risks and market expectations

This Ensures ESG scores remain relevant, forward-looking, and aligned with regulatory developments

Additional Scores
  • Core ESG Score: aligned with SEBI’s BRSR Core framework
  • Parivartan (Transition) Score: captures year-on-year ESG improvements
ESG DATA

In addition to ESG Ratings, SES ESG also provides access to underlying raw data and key ESG KPIs used in the evaluation process.

  • Availability of requisite ESG data points and KPIs alongside ESG Scores
  • Covers quantitative metrics across Environment, Social, and Governance pillars
  • Includes Core ESG parameters (BRSR Core KPIs) and other material indicators

This offering enhances transparency and allows stakeholders to drill down beyond scores into the underlying ESG performance drivers.