The Change the World list recognizes companies that have had a positive social impact through activities that are part of their core business strategy. The 2024 edition, our 10th, showcases 52 businesses that continue that legacy, selected by our reporters and editors from a short list of about 250.

The companies broadly fall into four categories (and some fall into more than one):

- Environmental Impact
- Economic Opportunity
- Public Health
- Human Rights

As we assess nominees, among the factors that matter most are: Measurable social impact, Business results and Degree of innovation.