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SOCRATES is a comprehensive research database, measuring the social and environmental performance of corporations. The web-based database contains social, environmental, and governance research on more than 4,000 companies in 50+ global markets.

Unparalleled Depth of Coverage
KLD evaluates over 3,000 U.S. corporations for social and environmental performance on more than 280 data points using a proprietary ratings process covering community relations, corporate governance, diversity, employee relations, human rights, products, and the environment.

Consistency
KLD’s rigorous internal quality assurance and editing processes create consistent coverage across companies and issues. Buying SOCRATES means buying confidence.

Usability
SOCRATES is a web-based, user-friendly database. At your convenience, you can screen and monitor your portfolios, create buy or restricted lists, and track shareholder resolutions.

Thought Leadership
Clients maintain that KLD’s judgment calls on social and environmental performance are unmatched in the marketplace. Led by Peter Kinder, our firm has remained an industry leader since 1988.