Benefit from the right ESG rating: Optimise your performance and increase your credibility and market position.
Pull the right ESG levers
Would you like to initiate an ESG rating or improve your existing rating in a targeted manner? We support you throughout the entire process – from selecting suitable rating agencies and analysing your ESG performance to preparing relevant documents in a targeted manner. We ensure that your publicly available information reflects the quality that distinguishes your company – transparent, structured, and effective for rating purposes. A strong ESG rating not only improves your perception among investors and stakeholders, but also strengthens your confidence in the market, promotes sustainable relationships, and secures your long-term competitiveness.
Steven Rohles
ESG Consultant at iron AG
Frequently asked questions
What is an ESG rating – and why is it important for my company?
ESG ratings objectively assess the sustainability performance of companies in terms of environmental, social, and governance factors. They are increasingly demanded by customers and investors, but can also be carried out voluntarily. Unlike sustainability reports, which provide detailed information about a company's activities, and sustainability certificates such as ISO 14001 or Fairtrade labels, which confirm external standards, ESG ratings offer a comprehensive assessment of overall ESG performance.
Both publicly traded and private companies benefit greatly from a positive ESG rating. It strengthens the confidence of investors, business partners, and other stakeholders. In addition, the assessment process promotes greater transparency and helps companies pursue their ESG goals more systematically and achieve them in the long term.
Why is a good ESG rating so important for customers and investors?
A good ESG rating is particularly relevant for customers and investors because it builds trust in a company's sustainability strategy. For investors, it is a decisive factor in risk analysis, as a strong ESG profile signals long-term value creation and lower risks. Customers, especially in industries with increasing sustainability requirements, prefer companies that take their ESG responsibilities seriously. A good ESG rating can therefore not only facilitate access to capital, but also strengthen a company's reputation and create competitive advantages.
Which ESG ratings are relevant for my company?
The selection of an ESG rating that is suitable for your company depends on your industry, the relevant topic area, and the expectations of your stakeholders. EcoVadis, for example, comprehensively analyses your company's ESG performance, including your procurement activities. This analysis is often required by medium-sized companies that are part of the supply chain of large companies. MSCI ESG Ratings are internationally recognised and serve as a benchmark for investors to assess the ESG performance of publicly traded companies. The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) rating focuses specifically on the environmental areas of climate, forests, and water. This rating is crucial for companies that want to communicate their climate strategy credibly, for example.
How does an ESG rating process work – and how does iron support you?
The rating process requires comprehensive information on environmental, social, and governance matters. We coordinate this process systematically and supports you every step of the way: First, we help you select the right rating provider. In the next step, we structure the relevant ESG data and prepare it in the required documents. In doing so, we ensure efficient cross-departmental collaboration and make sure that all necessary documents are compiled in a targeted and timely manner.
The duration of the process varies depending on data availability and the complexity of your company. However, we ensure that the process is transparent and efficient so that you can achieve the best possible rating.
The rating process offers a double benefit: On the one hand, it reveals specific areas for improvement in your ESG areas, and on the other hand, the ESG rating can be strategically linked to your other sustainability activities. This means you not only receive an objective assessment, but also a clear action plan for optimising your ESG performance.
Make ESG your strategic success factor.
In an initial meeting, we will analyse your current situation and identify specific opportunities to build trust, boost your competitiveness, and ensure sustainable business success.
