SE1: Employee Training

Maximum Score

1 point

Input Method

Assessment Portal

Prefill

Not eligible

Scoring method

Static

Validation

Evidence is not required

2026 Updates

None

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Does the entity provide training and development for employees?

Assessment Instructions

Intent: What is the purpose of this indicator?

This indicator examines the types and content of training received by employees responsible for this entity. A more skilled and aware workforce enhances the entity's human capital and may help to improve employee satisfaction. Employee training and development contribute to improved business performance.

Input: How do I complete this indicator?

Select yes or no. If yes, select all applicable sub-options.

Percentage of employees covered

• Both percentages should be calculated based on the following formulas:

  • Number of employees participating in professional training / Total number of employees at the time of training administration x 100%

  • Number of employees participating in sustainability-specific training / Total number of employees at the time of training administration x 100%

Training topics: Select the applicable training topics included in the training series during the reporting year.

Terminology

Employee(s)

The entity’s employees whose primary responsibilities include the operation or support of the entity.

Environmental issues

The impact on living and non-living natural systems, including land, air, water and ecosystems. This includes, but is not limited to biodiversity, transport, contamination, GHG emissions, energy, water, waste, natural hazards, supply chain environmental standards, and product and service-related impacts, as well as environmental compliance and expenditures.

Sustainability-specific training

Training related to environmental, social and governance issues. Examples of sustainability-specific training topics include, but are not limited to: sexual harassment prevention, workplace discrimination and inclusivity, cybersecurity, health and safety, resources and waste management.

Training can be delivered in person, online or in other formats.

Governance issues

Governance structure and composition of the entity. This includes how the highest governance body is established and structured in support of the entity’s purpose, and how this purpose relates to economic, environmental and social dimensions.

Professional training

Training that supports employees in advancing their careers and/or handling day-to-day work responsibilities. Examples of professional training topics include, but are not limited to: information security, annual compliance, leadership and project management, effective communication, technical tools and software, remote work best practice, customer service.

Training can be delivered in person, online or in other formats.

Social issues

Concerns the impacts the entity has on the social systems within which it operates. This includes, but is not limited to community social and economic impacts, safety, health & well-being.

Validation: What evidence is required?

Evidence not required.

Scoring

Scoring: How does GRESB score this indicator?

Percentage number: The coverage percentage reported is used as a multiplier to determine the assigned score.

Scoring Basics

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References

EPRA Best Practices Recommendations on Sustainability Reporting, 3rd version, September 2017: 5.3, Employee Training and development

RobecoSAM Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2017: 3.3.2, Coverage

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