Msci
MSCI Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a key player in the financial services industry, particularly in areas such as risk management, portfolio analytics, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) research. With a strong presence in major financial hubs worldwide, MSCI offers a suite of innovative products, including indices, analytics, and data solutions that empower investors to make informed decisions. Its unique approach to integrating ESG factors into investment processes has positioned MSCI as a pioneer in sustainable investing. The company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, actionable insights has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner for institutional investors, asset managers, and financial advisors globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Msci'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Msci's score of 58 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Msci's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, MSCI reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions included approximately 154,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 579,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 42,690,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, with a focus on all three scopes. MSCI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2019 as the base year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030. Additionally, they are committed to a long-term goal of reducing total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040. In alignment with the Paris Agreement, MSCI also aims for a 43% reduction in emissions by 2030. These initiatives demonstrate MSCI's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its commitment to sustainable practices within the financial services sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 272,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,196,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,387,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Msci is committed to some 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.
