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 571,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,987,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 133,970,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass investments, capital goods, business travel, employee commuting, purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and fuel and energy-related activities. Moody's has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040. The company has established near-term targets, including a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, based on 2019 levels. Additionally, they aim for a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting by 2025. Long-term, Moody's targets a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, demonstrating Moody's dedication to sustainability and responsible corporate governance.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,744,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,591,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 171,260,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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