Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), headquartered in Great Britain, is a key regulatory body in the financial services industry. Established in 2013, the FCA oversees a wide range of financial institutions, ensuring they operate with integrity and transparency. Its primary focus areas include consumer protection, market integrity, and competition within the financial sector. The FCA offers a unique suite of services, including regulatory supervision, enforcement actions, and policy development, aimed at fostering a fair and effective financial market. Notable achievements include the implementation of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime, which enhances accountability among financial professionals. With a strong market position, the FCA is recognised for its commitment to safeguarding consumers and promoting healthy competition, making it a pivotal player in the UK's financial landscape.
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Financial Conduct Authority's score of 69 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Financial Conduct Authority's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reported approximately 25,671,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This figure represents a slight increase from the previous year's total of about 24,801,000 kg CO2e in 2024. The FCA has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data for these years. The FCA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include maintaining zero Scope 1 emissions through 2028 and sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2030. Additionally, the FCA plans for 70% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and upstream leased assets, to have science-based targets by FY2028. Long-term goals include maintaining zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2027 through FY2045 and reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 90% by FY2045, using FY2021 as the base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the FCA's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 4,439,000 | - | 0,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 22,965,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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