Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Benchmark

  • february 29, 2024

Leveraging their combined expertise in digital asset data and ESG analysis, CCData and CCRI collaborated to create the industry's first, institutional-grade Digital Asset ESG Benchmark. First established in July 2023, this report marks a significant milestone in integrating robust ESG standards into the digital asset sector. The February 2024 iteration includes updated digital asset ESG rankings and insights.

Key Takeaways 

  • Ethereum retained its top grade, with its shift to Proof-of-Stake continuing to play a pivotal role in its performance.
  • Ethereum, Solana, Polygon and Aptos achieved AA grades in the ESG Benchmark.
  • Bitcoin excelled in social and governance aspects but still faces major environmental issues due to its energy use and carbon emissions, resulting in its B rating.

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