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KGI Financial Holding

KGI Financial Holding, also known as KGI, is a prominent financial services provider headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1996, the company has made significant strides in the financial industry, focusing on investment banking, wealth management, and brokerage services. With a strong presence in Asia, particularly in Taiwan and Hong Kong, KGI has built a reputation for its innovative financial solutions and client-centric approach. KGI's core offerings include securities brokerage, asset management, and investment advisory services, distinguished by their commitment to leveraging technology for enhanced customer experience. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its robust market position and comprehensive financial services. As a key player in the financial sector, KGI Financial Holding continues to drive growth and innovation, catering to a diverse clientele across the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KGI Financial Holding'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.

42

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

KGI Financial Holding's score of 42 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KGI Financial Holding's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, KGI Financial Holding, headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,867,920 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,452,670 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 20,415,240 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 259,252,910 kg CO2e, which encompasses various categories such as business travel and downstream leased assets. KGI Financial Holding has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has set near-term targets consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C, covering 50% of its total investment and lending portfolio by total assets as of 2022. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Over the years, KGI has demonstrated a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, disclosing data across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3). The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, contributing to broader climate action goals within the financial sector.

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Scope 1
1,592,311
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Scope 2
11,173,095
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Scope 3
122,237
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KGI Financial Holding'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. KGI Financial Holding is headquartered in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

KGI Financial Holding 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.

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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