The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), headquartered in Paris, France, plays a pivotal role in the regulation of financial markets across the European Union. Established in 2011, ESMA aims to enhance investor protection and promote stable and orderly financial markets. Operating primarily within the financial services industry, ESMA focuses on the supervision of securities markets, ensuring compliance with EU legislation, and fostering transparency and integrity in the financial system. Its core services include the development of regulatory standards, guidance, and the oversight of credit rating agencies and trade repositories. Recognised for its commitment to harmonising financial regulation across member states, ESMA has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II). As a key player in the European financial landscape, ESMA continues to influence market practices and enhance the resilience of the financial sector.
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The European Securities and Markets Authority's score of 26 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 138,457,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 3 emissions, specifically from fuel and energy-related activities. This figure represents a significant focus on indirect emissions, as there is no reported data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, ESMA's global emissions were slightly lower at approximately 138,000 kg CO2e, again entirely from Scope 3. The emissions data for previous years, including 2022 and earlier, indicate a consistent emphasis on tracking and reporting Scope 3 emissions, although specific figures for those years were not disclosed. ESMA has not set any formal reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of formal commitments suggests that while ESMA is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, it has yet to establish specific goals for emissions reduction. Overall, ESMA's emissions reporting highlights its commitment to transparency in environmental impact, particularly regarding indirect emissions, while also indicating an area for potential growth in setting reduction targets and initiatives.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 138,000 | 000,000,000 |
The European Securities and Markets Authority's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
The European Securities and Markets Authority 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.


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