Flow Traders, officially known as Flow Traders N.V., is a leading global technology-enabled liquidity provider headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Founded in 2004, the firm has established a strong presence in major financial markets across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in electronic trading and market making. The company excels in providing liquidity across a diverse range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies. Flow Traders is renowned for its innovative trading technology and data-driven strategies, which set it apart in the competitive trading landscape. With a commitment to transparency and efficiency, Flow Traders has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as a top liquidity provider in various markets. Its robust market position is underscored by a reputation for reliability and excellence in execution, making it a key player in the global trading ecosystem.
How does Flow Traders'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.
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In 2023, Flow Traders reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,157,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 233,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily stem from direct operations, and 966,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, associated with purchased electricity and energy. The majority of their emissions, about 2,958,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions such as business travel (1,293,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (527,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (1,138,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Flow Traders' total emissions were approximately 4,741,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of about 584,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at 241,080 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,955,540 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,544,630 kg CO2e. In 2021, their total emissions were significantly lower at around 1,287,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 121,620 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 510,960 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 654,850 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Flow Traders has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from Flow Traders Ltd., with no cascading from a parent company. Overall, Flow Traders is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, with a notable decrease in emissions over the past two years, reflecting a growing awareness of climate impact within the financial trading sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,500 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 577,200 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 327,300 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 
Flow Traders's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 92% last year and increased by approximately 804% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 44% 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.
Flow Traders 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.
