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Federal Reserve System Sustainability Profile

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The Federal Reserve System, often referred to simply as the Federal Reserve or the Fed, serves as the central banking system of the United States. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., it operates across various regions, with 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks strategically located throughout the country. Established in 1913, the Federal Reserve plays a crucial role in the U.S. economy, overseeing monetary policy, regulating banks, and maintaining financial stability. The core services of the Federal Reserve include conducting monetary policy, providing financial services, and supervising and regulating banking institutions. Its unique structure, combining public and private elements, allows it to effectively manage inflation and employment levels. Notably, the Federal Reserve has been instrumental in responding to economic crises, solidifying its position as a key player in global finance and economic policy.

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23

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Federal Reserve System's score of 23 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Federal Reserve System's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, the Federal Reserve System reported carbon emissions of approximately 230 kg CO2e per employee, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 were not disclosed. The organisation has not set any formal reduction targets or commitments, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The Federal Reserve's emissions data is inherited from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, which does not specify emissions across different scopes. As of now, the Federal Reserve System has not established any significant climate pledges or reduction initiatives, indicating a need for further commitment to climate action within its operational framework.

How Carbon Intensive is Federal Reserve System's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Federal Reserve System's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Federal Reserve System's Location?

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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 Federal Reserve System is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Federal Reserve System's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Federal Reserve System 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.

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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