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Investors and consumers increasingly prioritize companies that meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.
If you're a business that wants to prove its ESG commitments, you'll need a robust and globally recognized system to report this data transparently. One crucial tool for this is the D&B ESG Registered TM.
In this blog, you will learn how an ESG badge from D&B can benefit your business and the step-by-step process of registering one for ESG reporting.
1. What is ESG?
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, three key criteria used to measure the sustainability and societal impact of a business.
ESG reporting allows businesses to track and disclose how well they manage climate change, labor practices, corporate governance, etc.
Investors and consumers use ESG data to determine whether companies in various industries are socially responsible, environmentally conscious, and governed transparently and ethically.
2. D&B ESG Registered™ and Its Importance
2.1. What is D&B ESG Registered™?
The D&B ESG Registered™ is a certification from Dun & Bradstreet that allows businesses to showcase their ESG performance through verified data. It shows all your company's ESG efforts and ranking compared to the industry standard.
3. Why do you need a D&B ESG-registered TM?
Validating ESG efforts against recognized sustainability standards isn’t always simple. Many companies struggle to showcase their ESG goals and stand out to potential partners. Having a clear, credible ESG advantage is key to gaining market visibility.
The quicker you can provide concrete proof of your ESG initiatives, the faster you unlock endless possibilities—funding, trading, collaborations, and more.
That is why, obtaining an ESG certificate from a trusted, reliable third party such as Dun & Bradstreet is crucial for today’s businesses.
D&B ESG Registered™ offers the tools to:
- Approve that your company’s ESG data is transparent, consistent, and credible;
- Facilitates compliance with global sustainability frameworks such as GRI, SASB, CDP, and more;
- Get acknowledged for your ESG efforts;
- Strengthen trust with international stakeholders;
- Appeal to prospects worldwide;
- Expand business opportunities.
3.1. How does D&B ESG Registered™ differ from other ESG certifications?
D&B ESG Registered™ specifically ties your business's sustainability efforts with D&B’s vast business information database, linking your company’s financial performance with its ESG metrics.
In this way, the D&B ESG Registered™ certificate holds more value than other ESG certifications as the data for valuation is enormous and is verified by an authoritative, global provider of business data and analytics.
The D&B data is gathered from millions of sources
Financial Filings
- Sanctions & Blacklists
- Dun & Bradstreet Data
- News Media
- Regulatory Agencies
- Excluded Parties Lists
- Financial Enforcement Agencies
- NGO Databases
- Certifications
In addition, its ESG certification is built upon top standards such as CDP, GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN PRI, and UN SDGS.
4. Step-by-step guide: How to register for D&B ESG Registered™
Not all companies may be immediately ready to apply for D&B ESG Registered™. To be eligible, your company must:
- Have some degree of ESG data already collected;
- Be actively engaging in sustainability initiatives;
- Meet basic compliance standards set by ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB).
If your company is just starting with ESG reporting, Global Link Asia Consulting offers insights and consultation to help you build your ESG profile.
Once everything is ready, Global Link Asia Consulting can help you obtain a D&B ESG Registered™ easily. We can begin the registration process with Dun & Bradstreet on behalf of your company
- Fill out the application form, providing key business information;
- Submit supporting documents;
- Pay the registration fee;
- Clarify with D&B for further verifying the company ESG performance.
Once we've submitted your application, D&B will review your ESG data for accuracy and completeness. This verification process involves, but not limited to the following:
- Cross-referencing your business data with D&B’s global database.
- Assessing the credibility of your ESG data (is it backed by proper documentation?).
- Comparing your ESG performance to industry standards.
After the verification process, Dun & Bradstreet will either approve or request further details. If approved, you will receive your D&B ESG Registered™ certification, which includes:
- A digital badge or logo that you can display on your website and marketing materials;
- A certified profile showing all your company ESG commitments;
- Inclusion in D&B’s ESG Registered™ directory, allowing investors and stakeholders to view your ESG data.
5. How can Global Link Asia Consulting help you obtain a D&B ESG Registered™ Certification?
Our team can guide you through every step of the D&B ESG Registered™ process, ensuring a smooth and efficient registration.
We can help you
- Consult on the right direction and preparation you can do to enhance your ESG performance;
- Gather and organize the necessary ESG data, ensuring it meets the standards required for D&B certification;
- Completing the D&B ESG Registered™ application, reducing the risk of errors and delays;
- Guide you through D&B’s verification process, helping you submit accurate documentation and supporting data;
- Monitor ESG performance and make changes with D&B where relevant;
Let us help you achieve your D&B ESG Registered™ certification and elevate your company’s ESG credibility today.
6. Common FAQs about the D&B ESG Registered™ Certification
The process typically takes 3-4 weeks, or longer depending on the complexity of your ESG data and how quickly you can provide the necessary documentation.
Yes, D&B ESG Registered™ is available for businesses of all sizes. Even small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply if they are committed to ESG transparency.
Yes, the certification is recognized globally, giving your business credibility in international markets and supply chains.
Every company should have a D&B ESG Registered™ badge in every industry. Industries where companies must have an ESG certificate immediately are those working in clean energy, forestry, manufacturing, healthcare & pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, mining and & natural resources, trading with countries in the EU, the U.S Canada, etc.
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