Close Brothers
Close Brothers Group plc, commonly known as Close Brothers, is a prominent financial services company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1878, the firm has built a strong reputation in the banking and investment sectors, with significant operations across the UK and Ireland. Specialising in lending, asset management, and securities trading, Close Brothers offers a range of unique financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of businesses and individuals. Their commitment to customer service and expertise has positioned them as a trusted partner in the financial industry. With a history marked by resilience and innovation, Close Brothers has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth and a strong market presence. Their dedication to providing bespoke financial services continues to set them apart in a competitive landscape.
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Close Brothers's score of 65 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Close Brothers's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Close Brothers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,303,568,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, comprising 261,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 609,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 32,919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant reduction of 54.7% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019, demonstrating progress towards their commitment to become operationally net zero by 2030. The company has set ambitious climate targets, including achieving a net zero company car fleet by 2025 and aligning their lending and investment portfolios with net zero pathways by 2050. Close Brothers is a signatory to the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), reinforcing their commitment to sustainability and responsible investment practices. In addition to their emissions reduction goals, Close Brothers has disclosed their emissions data through the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), ensuring transparency in their environmental impact. The company continues to implement initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint across all operations, with a focus on both direct and indirect emissions.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,307,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,107,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 224,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Close Brothers is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
