Two levels of access are provided to allow any higher education institution in the world to publicly report and share sustainability data through STARS:
- Basic access is available at no cost and allows an institution to document data in the online STARS Reporting Tool, with the option to publish an unscored report and receive STARS Reporter designation.
- Full access is available by annual subscription and includes the option to earn a STARS Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum rating.
Your institution may move between the two levels of access as needed. For example, an institution with basic access can upgrade to full access at any time purchasing a subscription via AASHE Accounts. Conversely, an institution that has its subscription lapse will revert to basic access.