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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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61

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Aj Bell's score of 61 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aj Bell's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, AJ Bell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,190,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 223,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 10,997,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 7,732,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2024, AJ Bell's emissions decreased to about 7,286,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 182,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 136,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions remained significant at about 6,968,000 kg CO2e. AJ Bell's emissions data indicates a focus on managing and reporting their carbon footprint across all three scopes, but they have not set specific reduction targets or made formal climate pledges. The company continues to monitor its emissions and aims to improve its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.

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Scope 1
12,000
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Scope 2
5,000
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Scope 3
264,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aj Bell's primary industry is Other business services (74), 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. Aj Bell is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Aj Bell 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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