Variables | Definitions |
Environmental Performance | The environmental pillar measures a company’s impact on living and non-living natural systems, including the air, land and water, as well as complete ecosystems. It reflects how well a company uses best management practices to avoid environmental risks and capitalize on environmental opportunities in order to generate long term shareholder value. |
Board Size | The total number of board members at the end of the fiscal year |
Board Independence | Percentage of independent board members as reported by the company |
Board Gender Composition | Percentage of women on the board of directors. |
Company Size | Market Capitalization |
Financial Leverage | Total debt divided by total assets |