Pre-Submission Check (formerly Response Check)
The Pre-Submission Check (Response Check) is an opportunity to receive a high-level check of an assessment prior to final submission. Carried out by a third party, Sustainability Assurance Services (formerly SRI), this assessment service features a careful review of the Assessment response followed by a one-hour discussion call wherein feedback will be given regarding any issues that were found. Feedback in the form of a report is also available.
While this service does not affect any part of the validation process, it helps reduce errors that could negatively impact the Assessment results, and ensures that the submission is completed to the highest level it can be. It will identify any inconsistent responses or answers in incorrect formats and provides the opportunity to ask for any additional guidance or clarification on GRESB Assessment indicators.
GRESB encourages all participants to use the Pre-Submission Check. In 2023, applicants that utilized the Pre-submission Check scored 2.9 to 7.4 points higher on average than those that didn’t. In 2024, the deadline to request a Pre-Submission Check is June 1, with calls scheduled between May 1 and June 21 subject to availability.
The Assessment Correction
The Assessment Correction is a post-submission service carried out during the review period (the time between when preliminary results are released in September and final results are released in October), designed to strengthen the reliability of our Assessments and Benchmark Results. Â
The service can be requested until September 20 for Infrastructure and September 26 for Real Estate once the preliminary results are launched. The service is used in cases where a participant realizes there was an error in the data input, allowing them to correct the input leading to better data quality. Â
Assessment Correction requests are submitted via a Typeform, which is provided by the GRESB Member Success Team to participants who request it by emailing [email protected]. Once the form is submitted to GRESB, the contents are reviewed and the Member Success Team will de-submit the Assessment, allowing the participant to correct their response. If new documentation is added to manually validated indicators, it will be re-validated by the Validation Team.Â
The GRESB Member Success Team will work together with our participants during the Review Period to answer their questions prior to using the Assessment Correction Service. This is to ensure that they understand the process and what corrections they will make once the Assessment is de-submitted.Â
Results Consultation (formerly Results Review)
A Results Consultation (Results Review) will provide the participant with an in-depth understanding of their GRESB results and position against peers. Carried out by the GRESB team, this post-assessment service includes a thorough review of the participant’s Assessment results as presented in the Benchmark report, as well as a discussion call. After the discussion call, the participant will receive a Results Consultation report, providing them with a detailed breakdown of the allocation of points for individual indicators.
The Results Consultation is conducted after the participant has received their assessment results, so there is not the possibility of changing the submission. However, the information given during the results review will allow the participant to hone in on how to improve their performance, identify responses that corresponded with lost points, and clarify any questions the participant has on the Assessment scoring, validation, and benchmarking. The Results Consultation can also provide you with helpful information and guidance for communicating your results to investors and to develop a plan for improving your performance in future years.
The Results Consultation is available after the release of the results until January of the following year.
GRESB QuickStart
The GRESB QuickStart service offers valuable support for first-time participants gearing up for the GRESB Assessments. Consisting of a comprehensive engagement with GRESB’s Member Success team, this service covers key aspects of the reporting period, such as understanding the GRESB timeline, navigating resources like Reference Guides and Scoring Documents, and receiving a live demo of the GRESB Portal.
Participants not only acquire tailored tips and best practices but also have the opportunity for one-on-one Q&A, ensuring confidence in approaching the assessment. The GRESB QuickStart is equally valuable for existing participants, helping them stay updated on annual assessment changes and industry developments.
Available from January through May, this new service, coupled with the Grace Period for first-year reporting, assists participants in enhancing their sustainability efforts and setting a solid foundation for long-term success.
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