Ishares
iShares, a prominent subsidiary of BlackRock, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major global markets. Founded in 2000, iShares has established itself as a leader in the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) industry, offering a diverse range of investment solutions tailored to meet the needs of both institutional and retail investors. The company’s core products include equity, fixed income, and commodity ETFs, distinguished by their low expense ratios and innovative structures. iShares is recognised for its commitment to transparency and liquidity, making it a preferred choice for investors seeking efficient market access. With a significant market share and a reputation for excellence, iShares continues to shape the investment landscape, empowering clients to achieve their financial goals through strategic asset allocation.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ishares'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ishares's score of 0 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ishares's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, iShares reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,720,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions accounting for about 729,967,000 kg CO2e. There is no available data for emissions in 2024. Currently, iShares has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they made any climate pledges. This lack of defined commitments places them in a challenging position within the industry, where many companies are increasingly setting ambitious climate goals to mitigate their environmental impact.
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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.
Ishares is not committed to any 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.
