Rathbones
Rathbones, officially known as Rathbone Brothers Plc, is a distinguished investment management firm headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1742, the company has a rich heritage and has evolved into a leading player in the wealth management industry, serving clients across the UK and internationally. Specialising in discretionary investment management, Rathbones offers tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and advisory services. Their commitment to personalised service and a client-centric approach sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for integrity and performance, Rathbones has achieved significant milestones, including notable growth in assets under management and recognition for excellence in client service. As a trusted partner for individuals, families, and institutions, Rathbones continues to uphold its legacy of delivering exceptional investment solutions.
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Rathbones's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rathbones Group Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 531,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 643,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 36,168,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 22,425,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 584,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 773,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 22,425,000 kg CO2e. Rathbones has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions (categories 1-14) by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. This target covers 91% of its total investment and lending activities as of December 2020. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets set for 2025 and 2030. The emissions data is sourced directly from Rathbones Group Plc, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is classified under the financial sector and is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning its targets with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 344,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 46,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,671,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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