Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Companies 2025 Methodology Overview

Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Companies 2025 recognizes the top 750 publicly listed companies across 26 countries for their environmental sustainability performance. The ranking is based on a comprehensive analysis of self-disclosed sustainability data conducted by GIST and Plant-A Insights Group. Over 8,000 companies were evaluated, and 750 were selected for inclusion based on their environmental sustainability performance. Eligibility required companies to meet the minimum sustainability standards established by the European Union—widely regarded as the most advanced globally—and to have publicly available sustainability disclosures and more than 1,000 employees.

The companies were evaluated and scored on more than 25 parameters based on the following 4 categories:

  1. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
  2. Water Usage
  3. Waste Generation
  4. Sustainability Data Disclosure and Commitments


The full list of awarded companies can be found here.

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CEO and Senior Financial Advisor
At Covenant Wealth Advisors, we utilize a disciplined and evidence-based approach to help clients confidently navigate financial uncertainties.
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VP Wealth Management Advisor
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America’s Most Loved Brands Methodology Overview

America’s Most Loved Brands 2025 recognizes the brands in the United States that consumers love the most, based on a range of relevant metrics. The consumers who were interviewed shared their insights and evaluations of the brand overall, as well as their level of affection for the brand, based on five key brand categories. They only assessed brands they have personally used or are familiar with, ensuring that the results are based on genuine consumer experience. The study incorporates more than 24,000 consumers interviews and over 359,000 comprehensive brand reviews. This makes America’s Most Loved Brands 2025 one of America’s largest independent brand studies.
Mark Fonville
CEO and Senior Financial Advisor
At Covenant Wealth Advisors, we utilize a disciplined and evidence-based approach to help clients confidently navigate financial uncertainties.
Lauren Mink
VP Wealth Management Advisor
TerraWealth stands apart by prioritizing unbiased, tailored solutions designed to meet each client’s unique needs. Our cutting-edge technology and holistic approach ensure clients receive personalized strategies and transparent, relationship-driven service that empowers their financial journey. 
Peter Karmin
Managing Member CIO
Fort Sheridan Advisors employs a client-centric approach to investment management, tailoring strategies to each individual’s unique financial situation and goals. This personalized investment strategy is designed to align with clients’ specific needs, risk tolerance, and long-term objectives.

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