Public Profile

Borsa Istanbul A.S.

Borsa Istanbul A.S., commonly referred to as Borsa Istanbul, is Turkey's primary stock exchange, headquartered in Istanbul. Established in 1985, it has evolved into a pivotal player in the financial markets, facilitating trading in equities, derivatives, and fixed income securities. The exchange serves as a vital hub for investors, offering a diverse range of products and services that cater to both domestic and international markets. Borsa Istanbul stands out for its commitment to transparency and innovation, having implemented advanced trading technologies and regulatory frameworks. Over the years, it has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the Istanbul Stock Exchange Index (BIST) and various market indices that enhance investment opportunities. As a key player in the region, Borsa Istanbul continues to strengthen its market position, contributing to Turkey's economic growth and attracting global investors.

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How does Borsa Istanbul A.S.'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.

27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Borsa Istanbul A.S.'s score of 27 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Borsa Istanbul A.S.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Borsa Istanbul A.S. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,211,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2, which includes purchased electricity. Their Scope 1 emissions were about 1,343,100 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled around 218,900 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from employee commuting and business travel. Comparatively, in 2021, Borsa Istanbul's emissions were approximately 6,444,600 kg CO2e for Scope 2, 1,522,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and 182,500 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The 2020 figures showed a similar trend, with Scope 2 emissions at about 6,584,500 kg CO2e, Scope 1 at 1,530,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 203,900 kg CO2e. Despite these emissions, Borsa Istanbul has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. The organisation's emissions data reflects a growing awareness of climate impact, but further commitments could enhance their sustainability profile.

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202020212022
Scope 1
1,530,900
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
6,584,500
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
203,900
000,000
000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Borsa Istanbul A.S.'s primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), 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. Borsa Istanbul A.S. is headquartered in TR, 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.

Borsa Istanbul A.S. 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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