U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), headquartered in Washington, D.C., plays a pivotal role in the financial landscape of the United States. Established in 1934, the SEC is a key regulatory body within the Other Business Services industry, primarily focused on enforcing federal securities laws and protecting investors.
With a mission to maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, the SEC oversees securities exchanges, brokers, and dealers, ensuring transparency and compliance. Its core services include the regulation of securities offerings, enforcement of securities laws, and investor education. Notably, the SEC has achieved significant milestones in enhancing market integrity and investor confidence, solidifying its position as a leading authority in the financial sector.
-12 vs industry average
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s score of 20 is lower than 26% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's reported carbon emissions
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), headquartered in the US and operating within the "Other business services (74)" industry, reported its emissions for 2023 and 2022. In 2023, the SEC's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 6,574,350 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 2,992,000 kg CO2e. This represents a combined total of approximately 9,566,350 kg CO2e for Scopes 1 and 2. For 2022, the SEC reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 8,159,930 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,770,220 kg CO2e, totalling approximately 11,930,150 kg CO2e for Scopes 1 and 2. The SEC's reporting for these years indicates a decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to the previous year. The organisation has not publicly disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for these periods and also does not have any disclosed reduction targets or commitments in place.
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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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