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KGI SECURITIES

KGI Securities, officially known as KGI Securities Co., Ltd., is a prominent financial services firm headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. Established in 1996, the company has grown to become a key player in the securities industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including brokerage, investment banking, and asset management. With a strong presence in Taiwan and significant operations across Asia, KGI Securities is well-regarded for its innovative financial solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs. The firm distinguishes itself through its advanced trading platforms and robust research capabilities, providing clients with valuable insights and strategic investment opportunities. KGI Securities has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its excellence in customer service and market analysis, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the financial landscape.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

KGI SECURITIES's score of 40 is higher than 96% 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 SECURITIES's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, KGI SECURITIES reported total carbon emissions of approximately 273,388,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 549,130 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 6,633,370 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. In 2022, KGI SECURITIES' emissions were approximately 266,308,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 583,890 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching approximately 8,728,090 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of around 282,519,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 819,530 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 8,655,210 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, KGI SECURITIES has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has reported a carbon intensity of approximately 250.0 tCO2e per net million revenue in 2023, down from 450.0 tCO2e in 2022 and 300.0 tCO2e in 2021, suggesting a positive trend in emissions relative to revenue. Overall, while KGI SECURITIES has made strides in reducing carbon intensity, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights the need for a more structured approach to climate commitments.

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202120222023
Scope 1
819,530
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
8,655,210
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
282,519,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KGI SECURITIES's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), 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. This request for KGI SECURITIES is 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 SECURITIES 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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