Piper Sandler Sustainability Profile
Piper Sandler Companies, commonly referred to as Piper Sandler, is a leading investment bank and asset management firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1895, the firm has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including the Midwest and the West Coast. Specialising in investment banking, public finance, and asset management, Piper Sandler is renowned for its expertise in serving clients across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, and consumer products. With a commitment to delivering tailored financial solutions, Piper Sandler offers a unique blend of advisory services and capital markets expertise. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including significant transactions and strategic partnerships that have solidified its market position. Recognised for its innovative approach and client-centric philosophy, Piper Sandler continues to be a trusted partner for businesses seeking to navigate complex financial landscapes.
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Piper Sandler's score of 44 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Piper Sandler's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Piper Sandler reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,971,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 455,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,538,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 32,978,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from capital goods (about 22,508,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 7,820,000 kg CO2e). Piper Sandler has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its emissions to near zero for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the middle of this decade, specifically aiming for completion between 2023 and 2025. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that Piper Sandler's reporting is independent. The company has disclosed emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 656,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,560,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Piper Sandler's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Piper Sandler's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 168% last year and increased by approximately 182% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Piper Sandler'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.
Piper Sandler 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.
