Qualitative Indicator

To align the index with Nike’s long-term sustainability goals and reward suppliers for participating in specific sustainability efforts, we added Qualitative Indicators to the Nike MSI scoring framework.

The Qualitative Indicators are divided into two parts, as follows:

<h3>Better Materials

Nike Green Chemistry Program Validation - Material Greening Effort *

Water Conservation - Dye Method

Recycled Content

Organic Content

Blends and Composites

<h3>Better Suppliers

RSL Tiering

Nike Green Chemistry Program Commitment - Self-Evaluation of Chemicals and Facility

Nike Water Program

Water Conservation - Supplier Facility Water Recycling

Nike Energy and Carbon Program

Sustainability Certifications and Programs *

Qualitative Indicator points are awarded on a tiered basis depending on program participation at the material or supplier level.