Emstree Environmental Compliance Grading Scale
Emstree Environmental Compliance Grading Scale
Emstree Environmental Compliance Grading Scale
ECS 2.1
Emstree Compliance Standard 2.1 V 1-2025
The ECS 2.1 Certificate recognises companies that go further than compliance and demonstrate measurable leadership in sustainability, community impact, and governance excellence. This advanced certification builds on ECS 1.1 and challenges companies to deliver real results across energy, water, biodiversity, climate resilience, and human rights.
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With ECS 2.1, your company shows stakeholders that you are not just meeting global standards - you are setting them. From reducing emissions and improving water stewardship, to embedding workforce diversity and transparent governance. ECS 2.1 proves your commitment to creating a net positive impact on people and the planet.
Benefits:
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Enhanced Reputation & Market Differentiation
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Investor & Lender Confidence
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Regulatory & Risk Assurance
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Operational Efficiency & Cost Savings
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Stronger Community & Workforce Relations
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Governance Excellence & Transparency
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Competitive Advantage in Global Supply Chains
ECS 2.1 V 1-2025 Grading Criteria
Criteria | Description | Criticality |
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ECS 1.1 Compliance | Company must already hold a valid ECS 1.1 (latest revision). | Critical (Red Flag) |
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Use | Reduction in energy intensity (per tonne mined/processed) & adoption of renewable energy sources. | High |
GHG Emission Reduction | Evidence of year-on-year reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions; Scope 3 mapping started. | High |
Water Efficiency & Stewardship | Demonstrated reduction in freshwater withdrawal and improved recycling/reuse rates. | High |
Circular Economy & Waste Reduction | Evidence of reducing mine waste, tailings reprocessing, or material recycling initiatives. | Medium |
Biodiversity & Net Positive Impact | Beyond compliance: measurable biodiversity restoration or offset programs. | High |
Safety Leadership | LTIFR and TRIFR at or better than industry average; safety innovations implemented. | Critical (Red Flag) |
Social Investment Impact | Community projects evaluated for measurable outcomes (education, health, livelihoods). | High |
Human Rights in Practice | Human rights due diligence embedded; grievance redress effective and transparent. | High |
Responsible Security Practices | Evidence of training and oversight to prevent community conflict or human rights abuses. | High |
Climate Action & Resilience | Science-based targets set; climate risk mitigation strategies implemented. | High |
Workforce Diversity & Local Employment | Progress on gender balance, local hiring, and empowerment of underrepresented groups. | Medium |
Fair Economic Contribution | Transparent tax, royalty, and local procurement disclosure (going beyond legal minimums). | High |
ESG Oversight at Board Level | ESG strategy integrated into governance, with board-level accountability. | Critical (Red Flag) |
Integrity & Transparency | Evidence of anti-bribery training, whistleblower cases resolved, transparent political donations. | High |
Independent Verification | ESG data externally assured by accredited third parties and available to the public. | High |