How We Score
How We Score
How We Score
Finch Scores are generated by an algorithm that evaluates items on the SKU level, examining data gathered from more than 1,000 sources.
Finch Scores are generated by an algorithm that evaluates items on the SKU level, examining data gathered from more than 1,000 sources.
Finch Scores are generated by an algorithm that evaluates items on the SKU level, examining data gathered from more than 1,000 sources.


We Score Products on a Scale of 0-10
7.5
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10
It’s one of the better options out there.
5
-
7.5
It's not the best, but it's not the worst either.
0
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4.5
It's more likely to do some harm to the environment.
We Score Products on a Scale of 0-10
7.5
-
10
It’s one of the better options out there.
5
-
7.5
It's not the best, but it's not the worst either.
0
-
4.5
It's more likely to do some harm to the environment.
We Score Products on a Scale of 0-10
7.5
-
10
It’s one of the better options out there.
5
-
7.5
It's not the best, but it's not the worst either.
0
-
4.5
It's more likely to do some harm to the environment.
Finch Scores account for six interconnected environmental factors
Finch Scores account for six interconnected environmental factors


Climate
The carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses that are directly or indirectly released into the atmosphere by a product when it is made, transported, or used.
Ecology
The impact a product has on local ecosystems and the natural habitats that plants and animals rely on.


Human Well-being
The level of toxicity of a product, including if it is detrimental to you and your family's health and/or to the workers who make it.


Raw Materials
The materials that are used to make a product, which includes the amount of fossil fuels associated with their extraction or creation.


Waste
The waste created by a product and how likely it is to be composted, recycled, or landfilled.

