Moody’s Investors Service, Inc
Moody’s Investors Service, Inc., commonly referred to as Moody’s, is a leading global provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. Headquartered in the United States, the firm operates extensively across major financial markets, including Europe and Asia. Founded in 1909, Moody’s has established itself as a cornerstone of the financial services industry, renowned for its rigorous credit assessments and analytical insights. The company’s core offerings include credit ratings, research, and risk management solutions, which are distinguished by their comprehensive methodologies and deep market expertise. Moody’s holds a prominent position in the industry, recognised for its commitment to transparency and accuracy in financial reporting. With a legacy of innovation and a robust reputation, Moody’s continues to shape the landscape of credit risk assessment and financial intelligence globally.
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Moody’s Investors Service, Inc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Moody's Investors Service, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 134,939,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 571,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 398,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 133,970,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Moody's is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its operations and value chain by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by the same year. Moody's has also established near-term targets, including a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting by 2025. The company is actively working towards these goals, with 60% of its suppliers by spend expected to have science-based targets by 2025. This commitment reflects Moody's dedication to addressing climate change and aligning with global sustainability standards.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 171,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,600,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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