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Franklin Resources Sustainability Profile

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Franklin Resources, commonly known as Franklin Templeton, is a leading global investment management firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Specialising in investment solutions, Franklin Templeton offers a diverse range of products and services, including mutual funds, alternative investments, and customised portfolio management. With a commitment to innovation and client-centric strategies, Franklin Templeton has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its global footprint through strategic acquisitions. The firm is recognised for its expertise in fixed income, equity, and multi-asset strategies, positioning it as a trusted partner for investors seeking tailored financial solutions. As a prominent player in the asset management industry, Franklin Templeton continues to uphold its reputation for delivering value and performance to clients worldwide.

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46

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

Franklin Resources's score of 46 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Franklin Resources's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Franklin Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,108,290 kg CO2e, comprising 34,560,200 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 45,840 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,502,260 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of 116,550,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 22,096,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 109,460,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The substantial Scope 3 emissions indicate a considerable impact from the company's value chain. Franklin Resources has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Franklin Resources, Inc., which provides a broader context for understanding the company's climate impact. Overall, Franklin Resources's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with industry standards and expectations for corporate sustainability.

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2019202120232024
Scope 1
11,804,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
29,926,980
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00,000,000
00,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Franklin Resources's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Franklin Resources'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 Franklin Resources is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Franklin Resources'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.

Franklin Resources 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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