ESG scores assess potential investments based on corporate policies and actions to encourage socially and environmentally responsible activities.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Criteria
ESG criteria establish standards for responsible corporate operations in the areas of:

Environmental Impact - Corporate policies and actions regarding sustainability and climate change.

How often the various components of a building are cleaned and disinfected directly impacts occupant health and performance, operational budgets, and facility safety.

Cleaning and Disinfection Frequency Variables in Non-Healthcare Facilities
Cleaning and disinfection frequencies are a double-edged sword.

A germ-free workplace requires a combination of ongoing enhanced cleaning and disinfection measures paired with occupants assuming ownership of the surface hygiene in their individual and shared workspaces.

Germs in Shared Workspaces
Shared office workspaces contribute to improved workforce productivity and creativity.

Staffing shortages and related challenges continue to plague in-house custodial departments across the country as facilities managers struggle to attract and retain skilled laborers in an increasingly competitive market.

Employee Issues Impacting In-House Cleaning Departments
A recent Facility Cleaning Decisions Management Survey asked facilities managers for schools and universities, commercial, hospitality, government, and healthcare buildings about recent staffing challenges, how they currently address those challenges, and how they envision their department progressing in the future.