Aj Bell
Aj Bell, officially known as AJ Bell plc, is a prominent player in the UK investment and savings industry, headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a leading provider of investment platforms and stockbroking services, catering to both individual investors and financial advisers. With a focus on innovation, Aj Bell offers a range of core products, including its award-winning investment platform, AJ Bell Youinvest, and its pension solutions, which stand out for their user-friendly interface and competitive pricing. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2018, solidifying its market position as one of the UK's largest investment platforms. Recognised for its commitment to customer service and technological advancement, Aj Bell continues to shape the investment landscape, making it a trusted choice for investors across the nation.
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Aj Bell's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Aj Bell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,476,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 237,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 128,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 10,111,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. For 2021, Aj Bell's total emissions were recorded at 428,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 286,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 142,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there were no reported Scope 3 emissions for that year. In 2023, the company reported an intensity of 360 kg CO2e per full-time equivalent (FTE) for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while in 2024, this intensity improved to 230 kg CO2e per FTE. This indicates a positive trend in reducing operational emissions relative to workforce size. Despite these figures, Aj Bell has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor have they cascaded any targets from parent organizations. Their emissions data is sourced directly from their own reporting, with no inherited data from a corporate family. Overall, Aj Bell's commitment to tracking and reporting emissions reflects an awareness of their environmental impact, although further commitments to reduction targets would enhance their climate strategy.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 286,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 142,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 |
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Aj Bell 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.
