Legal & General Investment Management Limited
Legal & General Investment Management Limited (LGIM), headquartered in Great Britain, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically focusing on services outside of insurance and pension funding. Established in 1836, LGIM has evolved into one of the largest asset managers in Europe, with a strong presence in key markets including the UK, Europe, and North America.
The firm offers a diverse range of investment solutions, including equity, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies, distinguished by its commitment to responsible investing and innovative approaches. LGIM's unique integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into its investment processes sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With a reputation for excellence, LGIM has achieved significant milestones, including managing over £1 trillion in assets, solidifying its position as a leader in the investment management industry.
+15 vs industry average
Legal & General Investment Management Limited’s score of 52 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Legal & General Investment Management Limited's reported carbon emissions
Legal & General Investment Management Limited (LGIM), headquartered in GB and operating in financial intermediation services, is committed to significant carbon reductions.
In 2021, LGIM reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4,273,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 11,558,000 kg CO2e, totalling approximately 15,830,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. Data for Scope 3 emissions was not disclosed for this year.
LGIM has established several reduction targets:
- A commitment to achieve net-zero carbon by 2030 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, in line with the Welsh Public Sector Roadmap, with engagement beginning in 2021.
- A target for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using a 2019 base year.
- A commitment to reduce the operational carbon and energy intensity of landlord-controlled areas (Scope 1 & 2 emissions) by 60% by 2030.
- A target to establish science-based targets for wider Scope 3 emissions during 2021.
- A long-term commitment towards achieving net-zero carbon by 2050.
For the years 2023 and 2024, specific absolute emissions data for Scope 1, 2, or 3 were not disclosed. However, intensity data is available, including a carbon footprint of approximately 38.0 kgCO2e per m² for Scope 3 carbon intensity and approximately 9.07 x 10⁻⁷ kgCO2e per £1 million invested at origination for 2023. For 2024, the carbon footprint was approximately 38.0 kgCO2e per m² for Scope 3 carbon intensity and approximately 8.91 x 10⁻⁷ kgCO2e per £1 million invested at origination.
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Legal & General Investment Management Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
60% reduction in all scopes
we will reduce the operational carbon and energy intensity of our landlord-controlled areas (scope 1 & 2 emissions) by 60%. We will establis…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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