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.
How does Morgan Stanley's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2023, Morgan Stanley reported total carbon emissions of approximately 55,314,791,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 24,201,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 902,133,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 49,544,351,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Morgan Stanley has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced transparency and commitment to climate action. As a leading financial institution headquartered in the US, Morgan Stanley's climate commitments are critical in the context of global sustainability efforts, particularly in the finance sector, where the impact of financed emissions can be significant. Overall, while Morgan Stanley's emissions data reflects a considerable environmental impact, the lack of defined reduction strategies highlights an opportunity for the firm to strengthen its climate commitments and contribute more effectively to global climate goals.
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2012 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 28,098,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 345,738,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 113,349,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Morgan Stanley 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.