The Solactive ISS ESG Screened Developed Markets Small Cap Index TR is part of the Solactive ISS ESG Screened Index Series, which aims to track various size and regional segments of the global stock market including only companies operating in accordance with market standards on ESG controversy screens. Those standards are based on established norms such as the United Nations Global Compact and the exclusion of significant involvement in defined sectors. The Indices aim to cover current and future regulation on ESG investments and also include a focus on issues related to climate change.

Starting from its base universe, the Solactive GBS Developed Markets Small Cap Index, the Solactive ISS ESG Screened Developed Markets Small Cap Index TR excludes all stocks breaching the abovementioned ESG compliance criteria. The index is calculated as a Total Return index in EUR .