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Cfa Institute Sustainability Profile

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The CFA Institute, headquartered in the United States, is a leading global association for investment professionals. Founded in 1947, it has established itself as a cornerstone of the finance industry, particularly through its renowned Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme, which sets a high standard for investment management and financial analysis. With a presence in major operational regions worldwide, including Europe and Asia, the CFA Institute focuses on advancing the investment profession through education, advocacy, and professional development. Its core offerings, such as the CFA, CIPM, and Investment Foundations programmes, are distinguished by their rigorous curriculum and commitment to ethical standards. Recognised for its influence and expertise, the CFA Institute plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of finance, making it a respected authority in the investment community.

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17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Cfa Institute's score of 17 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cfa Institute's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the CFA Institute reported approximately 9,913,650 kg CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions, while in 2024, emissions decreased to about 8,776,680 kg CO2e. These figures represent total emissions without specific categorisation into Scope 1, 2, or 3. The data is cascaded from the CFA Institute, which operates as a current subsidiary. Despite the reported emissions, there are no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from the CFA Institute, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce their carbon footprint. The absence of specific reduction initiatives suggests that the organisation may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, while the CFA Institute has shown a reduction in emissions year-on-year, the lack of defined targets or commitments highlights an opportunity for further engagement in climate action and sustainability practices.

How Carbon Intensive is Cfa Institute's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cfa Institute's primary industry is Membership organisation services n.e.c. (91), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cfa Institute's Location?

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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. This request for Cfa Institute is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cfa Institute's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Cfa Institute 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.

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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