Australian Securities Exchange Limited (ASX) is a leading financial market operator headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1987, ASX has evolved into a pivotal player in the global financial landscape, facilitating capital raising, trading, and settlement services across various asset classes, including equities, derivatives, and fixed income. ASX is renowned for its innovative trading technologies and robust regulatory framework, ensuring a transparent and efficient marketplace. The exchange serves a diverse range of participants, from retail investors to institutional clients, and is instrumental in supporting the growth of the Australian economy. With a strong market position, ASX has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of electronic trading systems and the expansion of its product offerings, solidifying its reputation as a trusted and dynamic exchange in the Asia-Pacific region.
How does Australian Securities Exchange Limited'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.
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Australian Securities Exchange Limited's score of 40 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As of the latest available data, Australian Securities Exchange Limited (ASX) does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of detailed emissions data for the most recent year. The organisation is a current subsidiary of ASX Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from ASX, it is important to note that the company is part of a broader corporate family that may have its own sustainability initiatives. The emissions data and climate strategies may be cascaded from ASX Limited, which is responsible for setting the overarching climate commitments for its subsidiaries. In the context of the financial services industry, ASX is expected to align with industry standards and best practices regarding climate action, although specific initiatives or targets have not been disclosed. The absence of emissions data and reduction targets suggests that ASX may still be in the process of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,318,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 269,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Australian Securities Exchange Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 462% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the primary emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Australian Securities Exchange Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.