Ruffer, officially known as Ruffer LLP, is a distinguished player in the Other Business Services sector, headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1994, the firm has established itself as a leader in investment management, focusing on capital preservation and wealth management for private clients, charities, and institutions.
With a commitment to delivering unique investment strategies, Ruffer offers a range of services including portfolio management and financial advisory, setting itself apart through its emphasis on risk management and tailored solutions. The firm has achieved notable recognition in the industry, consistently ranking among the top investment managers in the UK. Ruffer's innovative approach and dedication to client success have solidified its position as a trusted partner in the financial services landscape.
+4 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ruffer's reported carbon emissions
Ruffer, headquartered in GB and operating within the "Other business services (74)" industry, has disclosed emissions data for its operations. In 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6,700 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year.
Ruffer has established several climate commitments. The company aims to be climate positive by 2040. Furthermore, Ruffer is committed to a 40% reduction in its overall greenhouse gas emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2017 levels as a baseline.
For 2022 and 2023, Ruffer reported carbon intensity metrics related to revenue rather than absolute emissions figures for Scope 1, 2, or 3. In 2022, a carbon intensity of approximately 256,700 tonnes per £m GDP was reported for sovereign bonds. In 2023, a carbon intensity of approximately 0.2086 kg CO2e per GBP of revenue was noted. Earlier data from 2019 indicates total emissions of approximately 1,117,100 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 1,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 249,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 865,700 kg CO2e for Scope 3.
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Ruffer’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
40% reduction in Scope 2
The group also has an ambitious carbon reduction programme and aims to be climate positive by 2040. It is committed to reducing its overall…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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