Morgan Stanley Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Morgan Stanley's score of 75 is higher than 86% 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 133.9 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 19.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 105.6 million kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from the previous year's total emissions of approximately 154.3 million kg CO2e in 2023. The company has set ambitious science-based targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2031, using a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Morgan Stanley has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes sourcing 100% renewable energy at all directly managed corporate sites worldwide by 2023 and maintaining carbon neutrality at these sites. Morgan Stanley's emissions data is sourced directly from the organisation, with no cascading from a parent company. The firm continues to make significant strides in its climate commitments, aligning with industry standards and best practices for sustainability.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 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 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 113,349,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Morgan Stanley's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Morgan Stanley's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 7% since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 98% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Morgan Stanley'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.
Morgan Stanley has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
