Lazard Ltd, commonly referred to as Lazard, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1848, the firm has established a significant presence in major financial hubs worldwide, including Europe and Asia, providing expert advisory services in mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and capital raising.
Lazard distinguishes itself through its deep industry knowledge and a client-centric approach, offering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of corporations, governments, and institutions. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality financial advice, Lazard has achieved notable milestones, including its strategic advisory role in landmark transactions across various industries. As a leader in the financial services landscape, Lazard continues to uphold its commitment to excellence and innovation, solidifying its market position as a trusted advisor in complex financial matters.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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LAZARD's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lazard, a financial intermediation services provider headquartered in the US, reported approximately 25.1 million kg CO2e in total carbon emissions. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with Scope 1 accounting for about 1.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 for approximately 5.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 for about 18.8 million kg CO2e. Prior to this, in 2022, Lazard's total emissions were approximately 21.6 million kg CO2e, comprising 1.3 million kg CO2e of Scope 1, 5.2 million kg CO2e of Scope 2, and 15.1 million kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions in 2021 were around 8.2 million kg CO2e, with 1.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2020, total emissions were approximately 9.7 million kg CO2e, including 1.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2.3 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. Lazard's 2019 emissions stood at about 22.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 6.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 14.4 million kg CO2e. In 2018, the total emissions were approximately 19.1 million kg CO2e, made up of 1.5 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 10.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. For 2017, Lazard reported Scope 1 emissions of about 1.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 7.3 million kg CO2e. In 2016, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 6.7 million kg CO2e. Lazard's reporting indicates a commitment to sustainability, although specific reduction targets and initiatives such as SBTi commitments are not detailed in the provided information. The company's sustainability reports are a key source for its climate-related disclosures.
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