ESG rating 2025
Attention: The application deadline for the ESG rating 2025 has been extended to 15 July 2025.
We believe this extension will give all interested companies sufficient time to complete their applications.
If you have any questions or uncertainties, do not hesitate to contact us at esg@vse.cz.
ESG rating application form
The Faculty of Business Administration at the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) is launching applications for the ESG rating 2025, now in its fourth edition, recognizing Czech companies with the most committed approach to ESG principles. As in previous years, the ESG rating will help participating companies identify their strengths and weaknesses in non-financial reporting. This year’s edition brings several improvements compared to the previous one. Seznam Zprávy remains the media partner of the rating.
In 2025, the ESG rating introduces two separate categories for companies to apply:
Expert
Designed for large companies with more than 1,000 employees, or those interested in a comprehensive ESG assessment. The questionnaire used is based on the ESRS standards and is the same as in previous years, developed by the Faculty of Business Administration at VŠE.
Basic
Tailored for companies with fewer than 1,000 employees, this category responds to the EU’s softened ESG reporting requirements. These companies will complete a simplified questionnaire based on VSME standards, which are expected to become the official EU standard for non-financial reporting for the majority of firms. Learn more about the standards here.
The top-rated companies in each category will receive the ESG Excellence Award at the final event, which will take place on 18 November 2025 at GreenTable by Veolia.
ESG rating application form
Why Join?
Receive a free internal ESG audit
By participating in the ESG rating, your company will gain valuable guidance for implementing ESG principles into both overall and partial business strategies. You’ll be better prepared for future regulations, stay aligned with global sustainability trends, and gain a competitive edge. Participants receive an individual report benchmarking their ESG performance by sector and by category (Basic/Expert).
Understand your competitive advantage
Compare your company with others on the Czech market and identify opportunities to strengthen your market position. Your rating results can serve as a valid argument in business negotiations or funding discussions with both local and international partners.
Top-rated companies gain visibility
Participation in the ESG rating builds your brand reputation and visibility. Award-winning companies will receive their ESG Excellence recognition at the GreenTable by Veolia, and the results will be published by Seznam Zprávy, one of the most widely read Czech media outlets. The announcement will be supported by additional communication across Czech media, online, and social platforms.
How to Apply?
Applications can be submitted via the registration form below until 15 July 2025.