Environmental: this rating includes a look at the company's energy use, conservation, and evaluates environmental risks and how the company is managing those

Social: good business relationships are necessary for a good Social rating—questions about suppliers, values, donations, working conditions, living conditions, and regard for stakeholders are put forth

Governance: a good score for Governance indicates to investors that the company uses accurate and transparent accounting and that stakeholders are given the chance to share their opinions and/or vote on important issues