Intercontinental Exchange, commonly known as ICE, is a leading player in the Other Business Services sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, ICE has established itself as a pivotal force in global financial markets, providing a diverse range of services including trading, clearing, and data solutions. With major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has achieved significant milestones, such as the acquisition of the New York Stock Exchange in 2013.
ICE's core offerings include electronic trading platforms and risk management services, distinguished by their innovative technology and comprehensive market data. Renowned for its robust infrastructure, ICE holds a prominent market position, serving a wide array of clients from financial institutions to corporations. Its commitment to enhancing market efficiency and transparency has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the financial services industry.
+19 vs industry average
Intercontinental Exchange’s score of 51 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Intercontinental Exchange's reported carbon emissions
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), headquartered in the US and operating in the Other business services industry, reported a total of approximately 229.3 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. For the same year, Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 5.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 1.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 222.5 million kg CO2e. In 2023, ICE's total emissions were approximately 261.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) were approximately 9.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 246.0 million kg CO2e. Prior to that, in 2022, total emissions stood at approximately 239.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) were approximately 10.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 223.0 million kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were around 235.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 6.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 11.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 216.5 million kg CO2e. ICE has set ambitious climate targets. The company is committed to working towards a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using 2021 as a baseline. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) 1.5 degree methodology. Furthermore, ICE aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
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Intercontinental Exchange’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2032
50% reduction in Scope 2
This effort resulted in a commitment to work toward the reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2032 from a 2021 baseline.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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