KCGS (Korea Institute of Corporate Governance and Sustainability)
The Korea Institute of Corporate Governance and Sustainability (KCGS) has been conducting corporate governance evaluations since 2003 based on a high level of transparency and expertise. Since 2011, it has also carried out ESG assessments to evaluate the sustainability management practices of publicly listed companies in Korea on an annual basis. The KCGS ESG evaluation model aligns with international standards such as the OECD Principles of Corporate Governance and ISO 26000, while also reflecting Korea’s legal system and business environment.