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American Express Limited

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American Express Limited, commonly referred to as Amex, is a leading financial services company headquartered in Australia. Established in 1850, Amex has evolved into a global powerhouse, primarily operating in the payments and travel sectors. The company is renowned for its premium charge and credit cards, which offer unique rewards programmes and exceptional customer service. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, American Express Limited has solidified its market position as a trusted provider of financial solutions. Notable achievements include its innovative approach to digital payments and a commitment to customer loyalty, setting it apart from competitors. The company's core offerings, such as travel-related services and expense management solutions, cater to both individual consumers and businesses, making it a versatile player in the financial industry.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

American Express Limited's score of 62 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Express Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from American Express Company

American Express Limited, headquartered in Australia, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of American Express Company, which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to its subsidiaries. American Express Company has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce its carbon footprint through various initiatives. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other sustainability frameworks. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for American Express Limited have not been disclosed. As a subsidiary, American Express Limited adheres to the sustainability practices and climate pledges established by its parent company, which include participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the RE100 initiative, aimed at transitioning to 100% renewable energy. The company is also involved in the Race to Zero campaign, further demonstrating its commitment to climate action. In summary, while American Express Limited does not provide specific emissions data, it is aligned with the climate commitments of American Express Company, focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives as part of its corporate responsibility.

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126,270,000
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33,173,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Express Limited's primary industry is Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agency services (63), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for American Express Limited is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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American Express Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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