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Interactive Brokers

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Interactive Brokers LLC, commonly referred to as IBKR, is a leading global brokerage firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a key player in the financial services industry, offering a comprehensive suite of trading and investment solutions. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Interactive Brokers caters to a diverse clientele ranging from individual investors to institutional clients. The firm is renowned for its advanced trading platform, low-cost commissions, and extensive range of investment products, including stocks, options, futures, and forex. Interactive Brokers has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first brokers to offer direct market access and algorithmic trading capabilities. With a commitment to innovation and transparency, IBKR continues to solidify its position as a trusted choice for traders seeking efficiency and reliability in their investment activities.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Interactive Brokers'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.

54

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Interactive Brokers's score of 54 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Interactive Brokers's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Interactive Brokers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,870,830 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Interactive Brokers has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target to reduce overall emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, indicating a commitment to significant climate action. The company’s long-term strategy includes measuring and addressing Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage. Interactive Brokers' climate initiatives reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the financial services sector, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its environmental impact while supporting global climate goals.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Interactive Brokers's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Interactive Brokers is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Interactive Brokers is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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