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Japan Securities Finance Co

Japan Securities Finance Co., Ltd. (JSF) is a prominent player in the Japanese financial services sector, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1950, the company has evolved to become a leading provider of securities financing solutions, catering primarily to institutional investors and brokerage firms across the Asia-Pacific region. JSF's core offerings include securities lending, margin financing, and collateral management services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its operational footprint and the development of advanced technology platforms that enhance transaction efficiency. With a strong market position, Japan Securities Finance Co. is recognised for its reliability and expertise, making it a trusted partner in the securities finance industry. Its dedication to maintaining high standards of service has solidified its reputation as a key player in Japan's financial landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Japan Securities Finance Co'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.

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

Japan Securities Finance Co's score of 3 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Japan Securities Finance Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Japan Securities Finance Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 810,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 856,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This downward trend continues from 2020, where emissions were about 874,000 kg CO2e, and from 2019, which saw emissions of approximately 923,000 kg CO2e. The emissions reported encompass Scope 1 and 2, indicating direct and indirect emissions from energy use. Despite these reductions, Japan Securities Finance Co has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. The company operates within a global context where financial institutions are increasingly expected to commit to measurable climate action. As such, while they have made progress in reducing emissions, further commitments and initiatives could enhance their sustainability profile.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Japan Securities Finance Co'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.

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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. Japan Securities Finance Co is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low 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.

Japan Securities Finance Co 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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