Public Profile

Cfa Institute

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cfa Institute'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.

20

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Cfa Institute's score of 20 is lower than 62% 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

CFA Institute, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the organisation is likely to be engaged in broader industry efforts to address climate change, aligning with global standards and practices. As the financial sector increasingly prioritises sustainability, CFA Institute may be expected to develop and disclose its climate commitments in the future.

Industry emissions intensity

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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.

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. Cfa Institute is headquartered in US, 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.

Cfa Institute 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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