SPARC impact Delivers: Trust in Data. Transparency in Ratings. Customization in Settings. SPARC impact Provides Investors with Comprehensive Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Company Coverage 100+ Issues | 1,000+ Indicators | Alignment with Global Standards: SASB, TCFD (ISSB) & the SDG’s | 200+ Highly-Curated Sources Distinguish ESG Signals from Noise on Company’s Commitment to its: Stakeholders, Purpose, Authenticity, Reputation, and Culture (its’ SPARC). Background: In the midst of a global pandemic exacerbated by global supply chain and climate change disruptions, expectations for companies are rising. Today’s state of the world poses a test of both the breadth and durability of corporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments, shifting the dynamics for thousands of companies and investors as they confront new challenges and financial expectations. The current circumstances make for an unprecedented test of corporate purpose and ESG performance. What we do? SPARC looks beyond today’s market close and equips investors with the resources needed to better anticipate and adapt to the next market cycle. SPARC scores enable investors to distinguish future-proofed companies’ from those ill equipped to weather the next market shock owing to ESG governance shortcomings. What we do differently? SPARC enables investors to quickly discern material ESG signals from noise. By lifting the ESG fog, SPARC serves as an early warning system for investors. SPARC scores are powered by AI-derived insights, validated by its global stakeholder and expert advisor networks, and enhanced by SPARC’s highly trained analysts.