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Financial Intermediation
DE
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DWS Investment GmbH

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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.

24

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

DWS Investment GmbH's score of 24 is lower than 60% 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 2022, DWS Investment GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 117,087,045,530 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 13,759,878,880 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 3,421,136,240 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 99,925,299,370 kg CO2e. Currently, DWS Investment GmbH has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they have any climate pledges in place. The absence of reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the investment sector. As of now, there is no data cascaded from a parent or related organization, indicating that all reported emissions data is directly from DWS Investment GmbH. The company operates within a context where many financial institutions are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate commitments.

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2022
Scope 1
13,759,878,880
Scope 2
3,421,136,240
Scope 3
99,925,299,370

Industry emissions intensity

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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.

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 Investment GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 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.

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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