Goldman Sachs

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is Goldman Sachs doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 56

Goldman Sachs has a DitchCarbon Score of 56 out of 100, indicating a moderate level of sustainability in their operations. This score reflects the company’s carbon intensity, which is a measure of how much carbon they emit relative to their size and activities. A higher score would suggest a lower carbon intensity and a stronger commitment to reducing emissions.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

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Goldman Sachs, a company in the finance sector, has a carbon intensity ranking of very low. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

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Goldman Sachs operates in the United States, which has a low carbon intensity rating, indicating a cleaner energy grid. This regional advantage supports the company’s sustainability efforts by reducing the carbon footprint associated with their energy consumption.
5.17%

...this company is doing 5.17% better in emissions than the industry average.

Goldman Sachs is a prestigious financial institution founded in 1869 and headquartered in New York. Operating in the finance sector, it is a global leader in investment banking, securities, and investment management services. The company has a significant presence in major financial centers worldwide, offering insights and expertise to clients, shareholders, and communities.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs could potentially reduce its emissions by exploring the installation of on-site renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines to generate their own electricity.

Bad news, Goldman Sachs hasn't committed to SBTi goals yet

Goldman Sachs has not yet established specific commitments with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This means the company has not publicly defined or committed to concrete targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with climate science.
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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

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