STEP Rating & Stars Program
Award Program
STEP Star Rating is an exclusive recognition awarded only to select technologies that demonstrate outstanding innovation, verified evidence, and scalable impact.
The STEP Stars Framework
Discover the criteria and meaning behind each star tier awarded by the Technical Committee.
STEP Selected
Technology selected by STEP for its potential for innovation and sustainability.
Quantified Impact
The solution demonstrates measurable environmental benefits, such as CO₂ reduction, energy savings, water savings, and/or waste reduction.
STEP Recommended
Recognition assigned exclusively by the STEP Technical Committee to technologies that stand out for innovation, measurable impact, quality of evidence, and scalability.
The Rating Process
A rigorous and selective evaluation methodology that transforms verified data into recognized trust.
1. Onboarding & Verification
Initial screening of compliance parameters and basic verification to approve the tool for standard publication on the marketplace.
2. Rigorous Technical Audit
Experts audit capabilities, data accuracy, ESG calculations, and security frameworks against established green standards.
3. STEP Stars Assignment
The STEP Technical Committee awards stars to selected solutions.
4. Ongoing Monitoring
Rated technologies are reviewed periodically to ensure continued alignment with changing environmental rules and evidence quality.
Key Evaluation Criteria
We evaluate technologies across several key dimensions to guarantee absolute data fidelity and environmental impact.
ESG & Climate Alignment
Fidelity of calculations, carbon footprint modeling, and compliance with protocols (GHG Protocol, GRI, GRESB).
Technical Integrity & Security
Data privacy, cloud hosting standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2 compliance), API connectivity, and audit trails.
Verified Performance & Savings
Demonstrable savings in energy, water, carbon, or material waste through real-world case studies.
Why Choose STEP Rated Tools?
Trust & Credibility
Vetted by EmiratesGBC experts, removing vendor bias and ensuring compliance.
Accelerated Procurement
Drastically reduce vetting times and speed up technology adoption cycles.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure alignment with both UAE local environmental codes and global ESG frameworks.
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