# What is the UP Scorecard? The Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard is a science-based online tool designed to help users select foodware and food packaging that is safe and environmentally sustainable. The UP Scorecard measures the impacts of commonly used foodware and food packaging materials with a single yardstick. This free and comprehensive tool supports sustainable purchasing decisions for these products based on the latest available science. Scores are provided for [climate](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/climate-impact), [water use](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/water-use), [plastic pollution](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/plastic-pollution), [sustainable sourcing](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/sustainable-sourcing), [recoverability](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/recoverability), and [chemicals of concern](https://help.upscorecard.org/methodology/the-six-up-scorecard-metrics/chemicals-of-concern). Developed through an unprecedented collaboration of leading food service companies, NGOs, and technical experts called the[ Single-Use Material Decelerator (SUM'D)](https://help.upscorecard.org/misc/about-sumd), the UP Scorecard provides an authoritative resource for businesses as well as for environmental and human health advocates. *** ## Quick links to get started


Account and personal data	account-and-personal-data	Account and personal data.png
Scoring method	methodology	Scoring method.png
Using the tool	using-the-tool	Using the tool.png
The six UP Scorecard metrics	the-six-up-scorecard-metrics	The six metrics.png
Frequently Asked Questions	frequently-asked-questions	FAQ.png

*** ## External links and resources


UP Scorecard	https://upscorecard.org/	UPS button.png
Methodology document	https://upscorecard.org/methodology-document	Methodology document.png
Who is behind the UP Scorecard?	https://upscorecard.org/about/	SUM'D.png

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