Jefferies
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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Jefferies's score of 33 is higher than 71% 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 2022, Jefferies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,274,000 kg CO2e globally, which includes 4,223,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,813,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, notably 97,053,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In the US, Jefferies's Scope 2 emissions for 2020 were reported at 3,955,000 kg CO2e, while in 2019, they were approximately 4,431,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to emissions reduction strategies such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or climate pledges. Overall, Jefferies's emissions profile highlights a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel and purchased goods, which underscores the importance of addressing these areas in future sustainability efforts.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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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.
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.
