Sector-specific methodology

The score4more methodology structures and evaluates sustainability of companies across the entire economy using sector-specific profiles and industry materiality. The core concept is that sustainability includes various material issues linked to a company's industry. This methodology aims to identify sustainability pioneers within each industry and provide targeted impetus for sustainable management in key sector-specific areas.

score4more uses 20 sectors covering the entire economy excluding private households and government institutions including public and private companies and organizations. The sectors are listed in the following:

No. Sector Number of Industries within Sector
1 Agriculture and forestry 3
2 Food, beverages and tobacco 10
3 Health and social 7
4 Education and research 3
5 Energy and water 7
6 Raw materials and recycling 4
7 Basic materials 8
8 Construction and real estate 7
9 Machinery and equipment 6
10 Electrical engineering and electronics 2
11 Information and communication 5
12 Finance and insurance 4
13 Clothing and accessories 3
14 Sports 3
15 Furniture, household and consumer goods 8
16 Mobility and logistics 8
17 Tourism and hospitality 3
18 Leisure and events 3
19 Culture and media 3
20 Business services 3
Sum 100

Further background information:

Find in the following an overview of related industries.