Macquarie Group Limited, commonly known as Macquarie, is a leading global financial services provider headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Macquarie offers a diverse range of services, including asset management, investment banking, and commodities trading. Its unique approach to client solutions and risk management has positioned it as a trusted partner in the financial sector. With a reputation for innovation and excellence, Macquarie has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the Australian Securities Exchange. The firm is recognised for its robust market position and commitment to sustainable investment practices, making it a prominent player in the global financial landscape.
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Macquarie's score of 19 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Macquarie reported carbon emissions of approximately 385,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 218,310,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 67,141,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 147,003,000 kg CO2e). For 2024, Macquarie's emissions are projected to be around 392,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 223,010,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a slight increase in emissions across these categories. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Macquarie has committed to addressing climate risks and enhancing sustainability practices. The company is actively involved in green finance and aims to support projects that contribute to carbon reduction. Overall, Macquarie's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint while navigating the complexities of climate commitments in the financial sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 176,870,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 870,709,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 668,780,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Macquarie is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.