Barra, Inc., a prominent player in the financial services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in the early 1980s, the company has established itself as a leader in risk management and investment analytics, serving clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. Barra is renowned for its innovative risk assessment tools and portfolio management solutions, which empower investment professionals to make informed decisions. With a focus on quantitative research and advanced analytics, Barra's core offerings include risk models, performance attribution, and multi-asset class analytics. These unique services enable clients to navigate complex market environments effectively. Over the years, Barra has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for asset managers and institutional investors seeking to optimise their investment strategies.
How does Barra, 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.
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Barra, Inc.'s score of 69 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Barra, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of MSCI Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Barra, Inc. is aligned with several climate initiatives cascaded from its parent company, MSCI Inc. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Race to Zero campaign, all of which are aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in corporate climate action. Barra, Inc. has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements at this time. However, its involvement in these initiatives suggests a commitment to addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions in line with industry standards. The company’s climate strategy may be further informed by the broader goals set by MSCI Inc., which is known for its focus on sustainability and responsible investment practices.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,731,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 636,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
Barra, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2019, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% 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.
Barra, Inc. 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.