Swisscanto
Swisscanto, officially known as Swisscanto Holding AG, is a prominent player in the asset management and investment industry, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for institutional and private investors, offering a diverse range of financial solutions tailored to meet varying client needs. With a strong focus on sustainable investment strategies, Swisscanto provides innovative products and services, including mutual funds, pension solutions, and real estate investments. Their commitment to responsible investing sets them apart in a competitive market, positioning them as a leader in the Swiss financial landscape. Notable achievements include significant growth in assets under management and recognition for their expertise in sustainable finance, reinforcing their reputation as a forward-thinking asset manager.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Swisscanto'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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Industry Benchmark
Swisscanto's score of 14 is lower than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Swisscanto's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Swisscanto reported emissions of approximately 4.163 kg CO2e per unit of revenue, reflecting their Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The previous year, 2020, showed a similar trend with emissions of about 3.891 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. However, specific total emissions figures for these years were not disclosed. Currently, Swisscanto has not established any formal reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This indicates a potential area for growth in their climate strategy, as many organisations are increasingly setting ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprint. As a financial institution headquartered in Switzerland (CH), Swisscanto is positioned within an industry that is progressively recognising the importance of sustainability and climate action. While they have not yet outlined specific reduction initiatives, the evolving landscape of climate commitments suggests that they may develop strategies to enhance their environmental performance in the future.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Swisscanto 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.
