Colonial First State Investments Limited, commonly referred to as Colonial First State, is a prominent Australian investment management firm headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1988, the company has grown to become a key player in the financial services industry, focusing on superannuation, investment solutions, and financial advice. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Australia, Colonial First State offers a diverse range of products, including managed funds, superannuation funds, and investment platforms. Their commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions has positioned them as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike. Notably, Colonial First State has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position and recognition for their comprehensive investment strategies tailored to meet the evolving needs of their clients.
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Colonial First State Investments Limited's score of 20 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Colonial First State Investments Limited reported Scope 2 emissions of approximately 950,000 kg CO2e (location-based) and 20,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The previous year, 2023, saw significant Scope 3 emissions from investments, amounting to about 3,980,003,980 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the carbon footprint associated with their investment portfolio, highlighting the substantial impact of financed emissions. Colonial First State has set an ambitious commitment to achieve net zero for Scope 1 and 2 corporate operational emissions by 2030, starting from 2023. This commitment underscores their proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Colonial First State Investments Limited. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while addressing the broader implications of its investment strategies on climate change.
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2019 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 6,230,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Colonial First State Investments Limited 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.