Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley, officially known as Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, is a leading global financial services firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1935, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Operating within the investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management sectors, Morgan Stanley offers a diverse range of services tailored to meet the needs of corporations, governments, and individuals. The firm is renowned for its innovative financial solutions and commitment to client service, distinguishing itself through a combination of deep industry expertise and cutting-edge technology. With a robust market position, Morgan Stanley has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the financial industry.
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Morgan Stanley's score of 70 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Morgan Stanley's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Morgan Stanley reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,709,217,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 1,812,548,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 295,578,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 22,601,091,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, the firm’s emissions totalled about 7,592,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 369,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 10,630,000 kg CO2e. Morgan Stanley has made substantial commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. The company achieved a 41% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions from a 2012 baseline by the end of 2022. Additionally, it aims for a 20% reduction in energy usage by 2022 from the same baseline, specifically targeting Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Looking ahead, Morgan Stanley has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of reaching net zero across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes sourcing 100% renewable energy at all directly managed corporate sites by 2023 and maintaining carbon neutrality at these locations. Furthermore, the firm has set science-based targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2031 from a 2021 baseline. Overall, Morgan Stanley's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and scientific recommendations.
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| 2012 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,098,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 345,738,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 113,349,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Morgan Stanley 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.
