Northern Trust Corporation, commonly known as Northern Trust, is a leading financial services provider headquartered in the United States. Established in 1889, the firm has built a strong reputation in the wealth management, asset servicing, and banking sectors, with a significant presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Northern Trust offers a range of core services, including investment management, fiduciary services, and private banking, distinguished by its commitment to client-centric solutions and innovative technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being a pioneer in the development of trust services and maintaining a strong market position as a trusted partner for institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. With a focus on sustainability and responsible investing, Northern Trust continues to set industry standards while delivering exceptional value to its clients.
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In 2023, Northern Trust reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,315,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,391,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 29,982,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 38,942,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has made significant strides in reducing its emissions, achieving a reduction from about 79,389,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Northern Trust is committed to long-term climate action, having set a net-zero target by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company is classified as a financial institution and is actively working towards integrating sustainability into its operations. It has also been recognised as a member of the BA1.5 initiative, which aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The emissions data reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, with disclosed emissions across all three scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 7,774,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 35,149,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 36,496,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Northern Trust is participating in some 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.