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KGI SECURITIES

KGI Securities, officially known as KGI Securities Co., Ltd., is a prominent financial services firm headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. Established in 1996, the company has grown to become a key player in the securities industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including brokerage, investment banking, and asset management. With a strong presence in Taiwan and significant operations across Asia, KGI Securities is well-regarded for its innovative financial solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs. The firm distinguishes itself through its advanced trading platforms and robust research capabilities, providing clients with valuable insights and strategic investment opportunities. KGI Securities has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its excellence in customer service and market analysis, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the financial landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KGI SECURITIES'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.

35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

KGI SECURITIES's score of 35 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KGI SECURITIES's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, KGI SECURITIES reported total carbon emissions of approximately 273,388,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 549,130 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 6,633,370 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. In 2022, KGI SECURITIES' emissions were approximately 266,308,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 583,890 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching approximately 8,728,090 kg CO2e. The trend shows a slight increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023, despite a reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. For 2021, the total emissions were approximately 282,519,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 819,530 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 8,655,210 kg CO2e. KGI SECURITIES has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in line with industry standards for climate action. The company’s carbon intensity has shown variability, with figures of 450.0 tCO2e per net million revenue in 2022 and 250.0 tCO2e per net million revenue in 2023, suggesting an improvement in efficiency relative to revenue generation. Overall, while KGI SECURITIES has made strides in managing its emissions, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.

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202120222023
Scope 1
819,530
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
8,655,210
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
282,519,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KGI SECURITIES's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. KGI SECURITIES is headquartered in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

KGI SECURITIES is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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