Rest, officially known as Rest Superannuation, is a leading superannuation fund headquartered in Australia. Established in 1988, Rest has grown to serve over 1.8 million members across the nation, with a strong presence in major operational regions including New South Wales and Victoria. Specialising in superannuation and retirement solutions, Rest offers a range of investment options and insurance products tailored to meet the diverse needs of its members. What sets Rest apart is its commitment to low fees and strong long-term performance, making it a preferred choice for many Australians seeking financial security in retirement. With a market position as one of the largest industry super funds in Australia, Rest has achieved significant milestones, including consistently high ratings for member satisfaction and investment returns.
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In 2023, Rest reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,997,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 0 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 116,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 12,881,000 kg CO2e. This marked a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 2,624,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Rest's total emissions were approximately 1,173,300 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 116,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 2,508,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported Scope 1 emissions as 0 kg CO2e across the years. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Rest has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for clearer climate commitments within the organisation. Rest's Weighted Average Carbon Intensity (WACI) for listed Australian shares has shown a decreasing trend, from 0.433 in 2018 to 0.246 in 2021, indicating a potential shift towards more sustainable investment practices. However, further details on their climate strategy and commitments remain unspecified.
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Add to project2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 116,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,508,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Rest is not committed to any 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.