Public Profile

American Ratings Inc

American Ratings Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the ratings and analytics industry. Founded in 2005, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America and Europe. Specialising in credit ratings, risk assessment, and financial analytics, American Ratings Inc. offers unique insights that empower businesses to make informed decisions. Their innovative methodologies and commitment to transparency set them apart in a competitive market. With a reputation for accuracy and reliability, American Ratings Inc. has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as a trusted source for investors and financial institutions. Their core services not only enhance market understanding but also contribute to the overall stability of the financial landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does American Ratings Inc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

American Ratings Inc's score of 3 is lower than 58% 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 Ratings Inc's reported carbon emissions

American Ratings Inc, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor do they have specified reduction targets or climate pledges. This absence of data suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting its emissions. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and setting ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprints. American Ratings Inc may benefit from adopting industry-standard practices, such as establishing Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) goals or committing to net-zero emissions by a specific year. As the global emphasis on climate action intensifies, it is crucial for organisations like American Ratings Inc to develop and communicate clear strategies for reducing their carbon emissions and contributing to climate resilience.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Ratings Inc's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), 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. American Ratings Inc is headquartered in US, 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.

American Ratings Inc 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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