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Investec

Investec Group, commonly referred to as Investec, is a distinguished international banking and asset management firm headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1974, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including the UK, Australia, and various African markets. Specialising in a diverse range of financial services, Investec offers unique solutions in private banking, investment management, and corporate finance. Its commitment to innovation and client-centric services has positioned it as a leader in the financial industry. With a reputation for excellence, Investec has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable investment practices and strong performance in wealth management. The firm continues to thrive, driven by its core values of integrity and entrepreneurship.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Investec'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.

39

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Investec's score of 39 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Investec's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Investec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37.87 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 2.74 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 23.68 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover all other indirect emissions, accounted for about 12.28 million tonnes CO2e. Investec has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant reduction in total emissions from 40.56 million tonnes CO2e in 2020 to the current figure. The company has also reported a decrease in emissions per employee, with figures showing approximately 4.45 tonnes CO2e per average headcount in 2023. While specific reduction targets were not detailed, Investec has received positive scores in various climate-related assessments, indicating a proactive approach to sustainability and climate commitments. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at enhancing its environmental performance and addressing climate change impacts.

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Scope 1
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36,683,000
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31,383,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Investec's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Investec is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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.

Investec 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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