About the source:

Brandoscope is an independent sustainability index. Companies that are certified in one or multiple areas of the sustainability dimensions are listed in the index. The certifications are divided into the areas of health, protection of the environment, organic farming, regional products, CO2- emissions reduction, fair conditions of employement, social responsibility, anti- corruption, fair trade and animal protection. Brandoscope leaves it to the individual, to rate the different aspects based on their personal moral concepts. Every company that is listed at the index therefore gets green. This source is considered as "soft" and therefore has a onefold impact on the Sustainability Footprint. More detailed information can be found on our methodolgy page.