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DWS Investment GmbH

DWS Investment GmbH, a prominent player in the asset management industry, is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. Founded in 2001, the firm has established itself as a leading investment service provider, managing a diverse range of assets across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. DWS offers a comprehensive suite of investment solutions, including mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a strong focus on responsible investing, DWS has garnered recognition for its robust ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies, positioning itself as a trusted partner for institutional and retail clients alike. The company’s dedication to performance and client-centric services has solidified its reputation in the competitive asset management landscape, making it a key player in the global financial markets.

DitchCarbon Score

How does DWS Investment GmbH'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.

27

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

DWS Investment GmbH's score of 27 is lower than 100% 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 Investment GmbH's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, DWS Investment GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,798,195,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,649,356,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 4,531,252,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 61,798,195,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 117,087,045,530 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 8,551,114,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,694,844,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 47,981,310,000 kg CO2e. DWS has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has reported a weighted average carbon intensity (WACI) of 0.272 for 2023, slightly down from 0.28 in 2022, suggesting a marginal improvement in emissions efficiency relative to revenue. Overall, while DWS Investment GmbH has made strides in measuring and reporting its carbon footprint, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights the need for a more robust climate strategy moving forward.

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3,694,844,000
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47,981,310,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. DWS Investment GmbH'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.

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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. DWS Investment GmbH is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium 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.

DWS Investment GmbH 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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