Jefferies Sustainability Profile
Jefferies Financial Group Inc., commonly known as Jefferies, is a leading global investment banking and capital markets firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1962, Jefferies has established a strong presence in major financial hubs, including New York, London, and Hong Kong, providing a wide range of services across various sectors. Specialising in investment banking, asset management, and capital markets, Jefferies is renowned for its client-centric approach and innovative solutions. The firm offers unique products and services, including equity and debt underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and research, which distinguish it in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to excellence, Jefferies has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide. Its reputation for integrity and performance has solidified its status as a prominent player in the financial services industry.
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Industry Average
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Jefferies's score of 67 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Jefferies's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Jefferies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 153.9 million kg CO2e, comprising 4,026,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 149.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 127.7 million kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 58.3 million kg CO2e). In 2023, Jefferies' total emissions were approximately 16.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,359,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 1,256,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 121.4 million kg CO2e. Jefferies has set long-term net-zero energy targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming to achieve this by 2035. This commitment includes phasing out fossil fuels by electrifying all infrastructure, as outlined in their sustainability report. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Jefferies. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing its sustainability initiatives.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,321,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,369,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 40,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jefferies's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Jefferies's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 28% last year and increased by approximately 586% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 46% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Jefferies's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Jefferies has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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