esg2go – credible sustainability rating with SQS verification
The requirements for sustainability reporting confront in particular small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with growing challenges. esg2go is an online tool specially developed for SMEs that enables you to assess and report on your sustainability performance in a simple and structured way. In addition to creating a customised sustainability rating, esg2go also allows you to compare your results with sector standards. Thanks to this benchmarking function and the ability to track your development over time, esg2go has already become an indispensable tool for many companies. If you want to use your rating vis-à-vis your stakeholders, SQS's independent verification provides you with a valuable document that ensures credibility and compliance.
esg2go Product Manager
Andri Bodmer
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The first truly low-threshold tool for sustainability assessment: esg2go
Many companies, especially SMEs, feel overwhelmed by the upcoming sustainability reporting requirements. The range of conferences, webinars and consultancy services is growing every day, but these are often complex and cost-intensive. esg2go addresses this issue and offers a low-threshold online tool with a unique additional benefit: independent verification by SQS, the accredited market leader for management system certification.
Sector benchmarks
A single number often says little. In the esg2go tool, your results are optimised for your sectors so that an objective benchmark comparison is possible. This comparison changes over time, as does your reporting, and enables you to continuously evaluate your position in the market.
Wide recognition
Important Swiss institutions and service providers recognise the esg2go rating, including UBS, Swiss Federal Railways SBB, Swiss Post, Zurich Insurance and the sector association HotellerieSuisse. In addition, esg2go is listed in the Agenda 2030 toolbox of the Federal Office for Spatial Development ARE.
No additional data collection
For recording the almost 90 parameters in the online tool, you do not need any additional data. All the necessary information should already be available as part of your company reporting.
The verification process is deliberately designed user-friendly:
#1 – Fill out online questionnaire: Answer 90 questions on the platform based on your existing company data. This step can usually be completed in a few hours.
#2 – Document review: The data entered is checked against the documents and records supplied.
#3 – On-site verification process: Your data is then checked by SQS in a two-stage verification process, which includes both a plausibility check and verification in your company.
#4 – Receipt of the esg2go label and the assurance statement: After successful verification, you will receive the esg2go label, which confirms the accuracy of the reported data. This label is valid indefinitely for the verified period and can be used in your communication.
Hello, I am Andri Bodmer
Would you like to have your organisation's sustainability reporting tackled, developed and verified? We will be happy to support you - our account management team, our auditors and I as product manager will be at your side. Everyone agrees: Sustainable corporate governance and the obligation to report on sustainability are only at the beginning of their development, and Swiss companies will face many challenges. Our aim is to support you in being ready.
Please let us know how we can help. We look forward to hearing from you!
Kind regards,
Andri Bodmer
Credibility and market access
An independent audit transforms your self-declaration into a certificate that is valuable for stakeholders. As a pioneer and market leader in standards certification, SQS offers you the highest level of credibility.
Audit and external perspective
By verifying your rating, you benefit from dialogue with sustainability experts who can check your data and make valuable suggestions for improvement.
Continuous improvement
Sustainable corporate governance requires tools that work. esg2go is valued by SMEs for precisely this reason. Thanks to the comparability of your data, you can monitor and continuously improve the achievement of your sustainability targets.
1. Environnement
Assessment of environmental factors such as energy consumption (electricity, fuels and combustibles) and waste. Companies can quantify their environmental footprint and identify measures to reduce their environmental impact. If required, these values can also be reported as CO₂ equivalents with a little additional information.
2. Social issues
Focus on social aspects such as working conditions, diversity (gender and age) and compliance with labour standards. This dimension helps companies to visualise their acceptance of responsibility towards employees and society.
3. Corporate governance
The third dimension deals with corporate governance, transparency, compliance and operational risks. It enables companies to review their governance structures and ensure that they meet the required standards.
Download a sample rating now
Would you like to know what information is required for the esg2go rating and what the result looks like? Download a sample rating now that contains all the information and parameters you need. This will give you a complete overview of the content and structure of the rating.
Discover how easy and efficient sustainability reporting can be with esg2go.
Makro Art AG
46 employees – Digital large-format printing
The challenge
«In our sector, many products are manufactured for single use. Improving sustainability while meeting the requirements and budgets of our customers is a major challenge.»
Solution
«esg2go verification has helped us to improve our sustainability efforts by identifying blind spots and enabling us to better plan internal measures. esg2go is cost-effective and particularly suitable for smaller companies such as Makro Art. The rating, and in particular the verification, provides us with a valuable external perspective for strategic decisions such as the purchase of electric vehicles, the expansion of the photovoltaic system or the introduction of a waste concept. It also serves as proof for our customers who value sustainability and are already asking for it today.»
Reto Bussmann, Executive Management
SGV-Gruppe
Around 500 employees – passenger shipping, shipyard, catering and hotel business
The Challenge
«With our fleet, we not only provide passenger transport on Lake Lucerne, but also offer catering and events on board and ashore. At the same time, we are an industrial company specialising in the construction and maintenance of ships for professional shipping. It is essential for us to reduce our consumption of energy and resources while simultaneously meeting our high-quality standards.»
Solution
«Thanks to the esg2go verification, we were able to create a solid basis for our sustainability management. It is a lean but meaningful system that not only provides us with the relevant key figures but also reveals hidden potential - for example in the optimisation of our ship technology or in the selection of local suppliers. The verification by SQS has further strengthened our credibility and provided additional internal motivation to consistently implement and further develop our measures.»
Stefan Schulthess, CEO
How long takes the verification process?
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The verification process has a two-stage structure. After you have completed the rating, you provide our verifiers with the necessary evidence, which is checked for plausibility and accuracy. We will then visit you on site. This visit takes between half a day and a whole day.
What costs are associated with using esg2go?
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The costs for using the esg2go tool can be found here: Prices for tool and link to esg2go.
The cost of verification by SQS depends on the size of your company. Please contact us for a customised offer.
Is esg2go also suitable for non-SMEs?
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Yes, while esg2go was developed specifically for the needs of SMEs, the tool can also be used by larger companies looking for an efficient solution for their sustainability reporting.
What data is required to complete the questionnaire?
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All required information should already be available as part of your existing company reporting. You can see the specific information that needs to be recorded in the sample report here.
How often does the rating need to be renewed?
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The esg2go label refers to one financial year. We recommend an annual update and verification to document continuous improvements and ensure that your rating is up to date.
Can I use the esg2go rating in my corporate communication?
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Yes, after successful verification by SQS, you can use the esg2go label with the assurance statement and your rating in your internal and external communication. This includes annual reports, marketing materials, your website and social media channels to emphasise your sustainability efforts. The use is based on the applicable SQS regulations.
Does esg2go offer support in the implementation of improvement measures?
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While esg2go is primarily an assessment and reporting tool, it provides you with valuable information on potential for improvement in the areas of environmental, social issues and corporate governance. For further support, we could recommend you qualified experts and partners from our network.
In which languages is the esg2go tool available?
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The esg2go tool and SQS verification services are currently available in German, French and English. This means that companies in Switzerland and internationally can use the tool in their preferred language.
Is verification by SQS mandatory if I use esg2go?
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No, verification by SQS is optional. You can also use esg2go without verification to obtain an assessment of your sustainability performance. However, verification increases the credibility of your rating and is highly valued or even required by investors, customers and other stakeholders.
Is esg2go software that I have to install or is it an online tool?
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esg2go is a web-based online tool that does not require the installation of any software. You can access the platform directly via your web browser and start assessing your sustainability performance immediately. This enables uncomplicated and flexible use without the need for technical installations or updates.
Is esg2go compatible with international sustainability standards, such as GRI or the UN SDGs?
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Yes, esg2go is designed to be compatible with international sustainability standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This enables your company to meet globally recognised reporting requirements and present your sustainability performance in an international context.
How esg2go differs from other sustainability assessment tools?
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esg2go was developed specifically for the needs of SMEs and is characterised by its user-friendliness, cost efficiency and the possibility of independent verification by SQS. Unlike complex and expensive tools, esg2go offers a practical approach that requires no additional data collection and still delivers comprehensive results.