The AFCM conducted a virtual training course on “ESG Rating and Scoring”, in collaboration with LIBF on the 15th of February 2022. The course highlighted the understanding of how Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs) and other verification agencies implement ESG scoring and validation, and the extent to which ratings and scores can be relied upon for ESG investing. The main providers of screening services or tools were identified, examining similarities and differences in their methodologies and the aims, benefits and limitations of using them.