Hargreaves Lansdown
Hargreaves Lansdown, a leading investment services company based in Great Britain, has been a cornerstone of the financial industry since its founding in 1981. With its headquarters in Bristol, the firm operates extensively across the UK, providing a range of services that cater to both individual investors and financial advisers. Specialising in investment platforms, stockbroking, and financial advice, Hargreaves Lansdown stands out for its user-friendly online services and comprehensive research tools. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to offer online trading in the UK, which has solidified its position as a market leader. Recognised for its commitment to customer service and innovation, Hargreaves Lansdown continues to empower investors with the resources they need to make informed financial decisions, maintaining a strong reputation in the competitive investment landscape.
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Hargreaves Lansdown's score of 32 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hargreaves Lansdown's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hargreaves Lansdown reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,351,700 kg CO2e, comprising 723,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity) and 661,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include 148,900 kg CO2e from business travel and 512,800 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The total market-based emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 390,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, emissions increased slightly to approximately 1,356,020 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at 654,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions totaling 765,020 kg CO2e, including 100,350 kg CO2e from business travel and 664,670 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The total market-based emissions for Scope 1 and 2 were reported at 591,000 kg CO2e. Hargreaves Lansdown has not specified any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,001,700 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 827,700 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Hargreaves Lansdown is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
