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Australian Ethical Investment

Australian Ethical Investment, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Australia, is a pioneering force in the ethical investment sector. With a strong commitment to sustainable finance, the company operates primarily in the financial services industry, focusing on responsible investment solutions that align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. The firm offers a range of unique products, including managed funds and superannuation options, designed to generate positive social and environmental impact alongside competitive financial returns. Australian Ethical Investment has established itself as a market leader, recognised for its transparency and commitment to ethical practices. With a growing client base and significant assets under management, the company continues to set benchmarks in the ethical investment landscape, making it a trusted choice for socially conscious investors.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Australian Ethical Investment's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Australian Ethical Investment's score of 48 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Australian Ethical Investment's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Australian Ethical Investment reported total carbon emissions of approximately 219,000 kg CO2e, comprising 60,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 33,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 126,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. The company has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment was formalised in 2023, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Australian Ethical Investment is actively working towards these targets, having committed to submit their reduction strategies in line with the SBTi guidelines. In previous years, their emissions have shown variability, with total emissions recorded at 569,600 kg CO2e in 2022, which included 87,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 33,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 280,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint, particularly in the financial sector, where it operates. Overall, Australian Ethical Investment is dedicated to reducing its carbon emissions and achieving its net-zero target, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and responsible investment practices.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Australian Ethical Investment's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Australian Ethical Investment is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Australian Ethical Investment is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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