Swissquote Group Holding Ltd, commonly known as Swissquote, is a leading online financial services provider headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, catering to a diverse clientele of retail and institutional investors. Operating primarily in the fintech industry, Swissquote offers a comprehensive range of services, including online trading, forex, and wealth management. Its unique selling proposition lies in its advanced trading platforms and innovative financial products, such as cryptocurrency trading and robo-advisory services. With a commitment to regulatory compliance and customer security, Swissquote has garnered a reputation for reliability and transparency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange, solidifying its position as a trusted player in the global financial market.
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In 2023, Swissquote reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,930,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 79,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from mobile and stationary combustion, and 34,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity and heat. The majority of their emissions, about 14,817,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes significant contributions from capital goods (approximately 13,209,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 1,094,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Swissquote's total emissions were about 16,501,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 1,571,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at 77,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 29,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 16,395,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Swissquote has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 87,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 269,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Swissquote is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.