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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In 2022, Jefferies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,360,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,223,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,813,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 45,044,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute. The total emissions for Scope 2 (location-based) were about 14,274,000 kg CO2e. Jefferies has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2035. This initiative includes phasing out fossil fuels and electrifying all infrastructure, with a start year of 2023. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all reported figures are directly from Jefferies Financial Group Inc. As of now, there are no specific Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets disclosed. Overall, Jefferies is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,321,000 | 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 |
Scope 3 | 40,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jefferies 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.