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KKR & Co. Inc., commonly referred to as KKR, is a leading global investment firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1976, KKR has established itself as a prominent player in the services auxiliary to financial intermediation sector, focusing on private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, and credit strategies.
With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, KKR is renowned for its innovative investment solutions and commitment to value creation. The firm’s unique approach combines deep industry expertise with a robust network, enabling it to identify and capitalise on growth opportunities.
KKR's notable achievements include pioneering the leveraged buyout model and consistently ranking among the top private equity firms globally, reflecting its significant market position and influence within the financial services industry.
+25 vs industry average
Kkr And Co’s score of 62 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
KKR & Co. reported total market-based emissions of approximately 41.65 million kg CO2e in 2025. This figure comprises about 1.55 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 8.47 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based) emissions, and around 31.63 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking back, KKR's total market-based emissions were approximately 39.10 million kg CO2e in 2024, with Scope 1 at about 1.86 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 6.54 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 30.70 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total market-based emissions were approximately 33.88 million kg CO2e, including roughly 2.14 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 4.98 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and around 26.77 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
KKR has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by mid-decade (2023-2025). Furthermore, KKR has a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Specifically, KKR aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company, through some private markets funds, supports decarbonisation efforts with net-zero by 2050 goals.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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