Ruffer Sustainability Profile
Ruffer LLP, commonly known as Ruffer, is a distinguished investment management firm headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1994, Ruffer has established itself as a leader in the wealth management industry, focusing on preserving and growing clients' capital through a unique investment approach. The firm primarily serves private clients, charities, and institutions, offering bespoke portfolio management services that emphasise capital preservation and risk management. Ruffer's innovative strategies, including its renowned multi-asset investment solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to transparency and client-centric service, Ruffer has garnered a strong reputation, achieving significant milestones such as consistent performance during market volatility. As a trusted partner in wealth management, Ruffer continues to excel in delivering tailored investment solutions across the UK and beyond.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ruffer's score of 29 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ruffer's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Ruffer reported a total of 8,100 kg CO2e in emissions, comprising 1,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,700 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2017 levels as a baseline. Additionally, Ruffer aspires to be climate positive by 2040. For the years 2022 and 2023, Ruffer disclosed carbon intensity metrics rather than absolute emissions figures. In 2022, the weighted average carbon intensity was approximately 0.2464 tonnes CO2e per £m revenue, while in 2023, the carbon intensity was about 0.2086 tonnes CO2e per £m revenue. Ruffer's climate strategy reflects a commitment to long-term sustainability, with no emissions data inherited from a parent company, indicating a standalone approach to their climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,400 |
| Scope 2 | 6,700 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Ruffer'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.
Ruffer 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.
