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Dws

DWS Group GmbH & Co. KGaA, commonly referred to as DWS, is a leading global asset management firm headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. Established in 1872, DWS has evolved into a prominent player in the financial services industry, with a strong presence across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. The company offers a diverse range of investment solutions, including equity, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. DWS is recognised for its robust risk management practices and a client-centric approach, positioning it as a trusted partner for institutional and retail investors alike. With a focus on delivering long-term value, DWS continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global asset management landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Dws's score of 41 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dws's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, DWS Group GmbH & Co. KGaA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,237,000 kg CO2e, comprising 889,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,237,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, having achieved a significant reduction from 4,117,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 2,237,000 kg CO2e in 2023. DWS has set ambitious climate commitments, including a net-zero target by 2050, as part of its long-term strategy. The company is a signatory to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to aligning its emissions reduction efforts across all scopes. This commitment reflects DWS's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the financial sector, aiming to contribute to a sustainable future while managing its operational impacts effectively.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
2,600,000
0,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dws's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), 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. This request for Dws is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dws is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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