Edmond de Rothschild Group, often referred to simply as Rothschild, is a prestigious financial services firm headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1953, the company has built a strong reputation in private banking, asset management, and corporate finance, serving clients across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. With a focus on wealth management and investment solutions, Edmond de Rothschild distinguishes itself through its commitment to personalised service and innovative strategies. The firm offers a range of core products, including tailored investment portfolios and alternative asset management, catering to high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. Recognised for its expertise and stability, Edmond de Rothschild has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the financial industry. The firm continues to uphold the values of its founding family, emphasising long-term relationships and sustainable growth.
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Edmond De Rothschild's score of 48 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Edmond De Rothschild reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,200 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 1,420 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 1,180 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 2,600 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from categories such as capital goods (1,180 kg CO2e), business travel (1,180 kg CO2e), employee commute (2,600 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (1,420 kg CO2e). The emissions data for 2022 indicated a total of approximately 5,157,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,055,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 1,315,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 2,787,000 kg CO2e. This shows a notable increase in emissions from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 3,938,000 kg CO2e. Despite the emissions data, Edmond De Rothschild has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Edmond de Rothschild (Suisse) S.A., reflecting their current subsidiary relationship. Overall, while Edmond De Rothschild has made strides in reporting their emissions, the lack of defined reduction strategies highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,089,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,384,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,353,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
Edmond De Rothschild's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 50% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Edmond De Rothschild has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

