QSI ESG
QSI ESG Assessments and Certification Program
Overview
Certification Program:
The QSI ESG Certification Program offers a structured, three-stage certification process to evaluate an organization’s Environmental (E), Social (S), and Governance (G) practices. As organizations progress through each stage, they achieve higher certification levels, showcasing increased ESG maturity and performance. In addition, we offer specialized ESG assessment services, including Sustainability Reporting Verification and Compliance Verification to ensure organizations meet global standards.
Key Features
Certification Program:
The QSI ESG Certification Program is divided into three stages, each with three certification components—one for each of the Environmental (E), Social (S), and Governance (G) domains—resulting in a total of nine certification components. This structure reflects the complexity and rigor of ESG certification compared to traditional management system certifications. As organizations progress through each stage, they are recognized with higher certification levels, reflecting their growing maturity and compliance across the ESG spectrum.
Stage 1: Document Review (Level 1 Certification)
- Verifies the existence and adequacy of documented ESG policies, leadership commitment, and compliance with relevant regulations across environmental, social, and governance domains. Upon successful completion, organizations achieve Level 1 Certification.
Components: S1E (Environmental), S1S (Social), S1G (Governance).
Stage 2: Operational Audit (Level 2 Certification)
- Assesses the implementation of ESG policies, ensuring that operational controls are in place to manage risks and meet ESG objectives. Completion of Stage 2 elevates organizations to Level 2 Certification.
Components: S2E (Environmental), S2S (Social), S2G (Governance).
Stage 3: Performance-Based Evaluation (Level 3 Certification)
- Focuses on measurable outcomes, evaluating the real-world performance of an organization’s ESG practices. Upon successful completion, organizations achieve Level 3 Certification, demonstrating their ability to deliver results aligned with sustainability, social responsibility, and governance excellence.
Components: S3E (Environmental), S3S (Social), S3G (Governance).
Assessment Services:
Sustainability Reporting Verification:
Independent verification of sustainability reports, ensuring alignment with global standards such as GRI, SASB, and TCFD. This service provides transparency and accuracy in ESG disclosures, helping organizations build trust with stakeholders.
Compliance Verification:
A detailed review to confirm adherence to international ESG regulations and standards, ensuring organizations meet legal and regulatory requirements across environmental, social, and governance domains.
BENEFITS & MISSION
Benefits
ESG Certification Levels:
- Achieve increasing levels of certification (Level 1, 2, 3) as your organization progresses through the stages of document review, operational audits, and performance-based evaluation.
Risk Mitigation:
- Identify and reduce risks across environmental, social, and governance domains with structured assessments at each stage.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure your business complies with global ESG standards and reduce the risk of legal and financial penalties.
Investor Confidence:
- Strengthen trust with investors by showcasing your organization’s progress and performance through certified ESG practices.
Continuous Improvement:
Follow a clear path for improving ESG performance, with each level of certification reflecting your growing capabilities in sustainability and governance.
Request a Proposal
Take the next step in your organization’s ESG journey with the QSI ESG Certification Program. Whether you’re ready to begin the certification process or would like to explore our comprehensive ESG assessment services, contact us today to request a customized proposal.
Additionally, for a deeper understanding of the certification criteria and performance metrics used, explore the QSI-ESG-2024 Standard and the Alvarado ESG Performance Rating System.
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Learn more about the QSI-ESG-2024 Standard
Download the Alvarado ESG Performance Rating System White Paper