Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund, commonly known as TIAA, is a leading financial services organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1918, TIAA has established itself as a trusted provider of retirement and investment solutions, primarily serving those in the academic, research, medical, and cultural sectors. With a strong focus on retirement plans, annuities, and investment management, TIAA is renowned for its commitment to helping clients achieve financial security. The organisation's unique approach combines a not-for-profit model with a diverse range of products tailored to meet the needs of educators and non-profit employees. TIAA's market position is bolstered by its significant assets under management and a reputation for stability and reliability, making it a preferred choice for individuals seeking long-term financial growth.
How does Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund'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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Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund's score of 30 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,868,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 29,373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 40,237,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, TIAA-CREF's total emissions were about 72,353,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,639,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 28,791,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 39,232,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, TIAA-CREF has committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, as evidenced by its comprehensive disclosures across all three scopes of emissions. The organisation has not inherited emissions data from any parent company, ensuring that its reported figures are solely reflective of its own operations. TIAA-CREF's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its detailed emissions reporting, although specific reduction strategies or targets have not been outlined.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,639,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,791,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 39,232,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund 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.

