Lazard Ltd, commonly known as Lazard, is a leading financial advisory and asset management firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1848, Lazard has built a formidable reputation in the investment banking sector, with major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm excels in providing strategic financial advice, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) services, and asset management solutions, distinguishing itself through its deep industry expertise and global reach. Lazard's unique approach combines local insights with a worldwide perspective, enabling clients to navigate complex financial landscapes effectively. With a storied history and a commitment to excellence, Lazard has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted advisor to corporations, governments, and institutions worldwide.
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LAZARD's score of 38 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, LAZARD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,125,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,269,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,052,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 18,804,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 21,634,000 kg CO2e, this represents an increase in emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which is often the largest contributor for financial services firms. LAZARD's emissions data shows a trend of increasing total emissions over the years, with 2021 emissions at approximately 8,219,000 kg CO2e and 2020 at about 9,684,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, indicating a lack of publicly disclosed commitments to reduce emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from LAZARD, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. As a financial services firm, LAZARD's climate impact is heavily influenced by its operational practices and the nature of its investments, which can include high-emission sectors. The absence of reduction targets suggests that LAZARD may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,491,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,673,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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LAZARD 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.