Macquarie Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Macquarie's score of 49 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Macquarie's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Macquarie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 228,378,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 482,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 227,896,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 59,164,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 164,983,000 kg CO2e). In 2024, Macquarie's emissions were approximately 223,010,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 392,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a focus on managing and reducing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which remains the largest contributor to their overall carbon footprint. Macquarie has committed to achieving net zero operational emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025, with significant progress reported in sourcing 100% of their global electricity consumption from renewable sources in FY2023. Additionally, they aim to align their financing activities with the global goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The company has set specific reduction targets, including a 46% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from a baseline of 101 tCO2e by FY30 for Land Services SA, and a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from a baseline of 3,878 tCO2e by CY30 for the Port of Newcastle. These initiatives reflect Macquarie's commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship. All emissions data is sourced directly from Macquarie Group Limited, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 477,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,767,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 208,337,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Macquarie's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Macquarie's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 72% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Macquarie's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Macquarie has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
