Jefferies Financial Group Inc., commonly known as Jefferies, is a leading global investment banking and capital markets firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1962, Jefferies has established a strong presence in major financial hubs, including New York, London, and Hong Kong, providing a wide range of services across various sectors. Specialising in investment banking, asset management, and capital markets, Jefferies is renowned for its client-centric approach and innovative solutions. The firm offers unique products and services, including equity and debt underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and research, which distinguish it in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to excellence, Jefferies has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide. Its reputation for integrity and performance has solidified its status as a prominent player in the financial services industry.
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In 2024, Jefferies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,260,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 4,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 73,460,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined amounted to about 40,300,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 15,389,000 kg CO2e (location-based). In 2023, Jefferies' emissions were approximately 4,359,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,256,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 32,288,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The total for Scope 1 and 2 combined was about 5,615,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 16,344,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The company has set long-term net-zero energy targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming to achieve this by 2035. This commitment includes phasing out fossil fuels by electrifying all infrastructure, starting from 2023. Jefferies' emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all reported figures are derived directly from Jefferies Financial Group Inc. The company actively discloses its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,321,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,369,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 40,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jefferies is not participating in any 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.
