S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, a leading provider of financial market indices, is headquartered in the United States and operates globally. Founded in 2012, the company emerged from the merger of S&P Indices and Dow Jones Indexes, building on a rich legacy in the financial services industry. Specialising in index-based solutions, S&P Dow Jones Indices offers a diverse range of products, including equity, fixed income, and commodity indices. Its flagship S&P 500 Index is renowned for its role as a benchmark for U.S. equities, reflecting the performance of 500 of the largest companies in the country. With a strong market position, S&P Dow Jones Indices is recognised for its innovative methodologies and comprehensive data analytics, making it a trusted partner for investors and financial professionals worldwide.
How does S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The organisation is a current subsidiary of S&P Global Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, it is important to note that it inherits climate-related initiatives from its parent company, S&P Global Inc. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in corporate climate action. As a subsidiary, S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC aligns with the broader sustainability goals of S&P Global Inc., which may include commitments to reduce emissions across various scopes. However, specific details regarding these commitments or any measurable targets have not been disclosed at this time. In summary, while S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC does not currently provide emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is part of a corporate family that is engaged in significant climate initiatives through S&P Global Inc.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,046,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 27,305,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 42,740,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 29% last year and increased by approximately 946% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC 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.