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Financial Intermediation
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UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. Sustainability Profile

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UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a prominent player in the global asset management industry. Founded in 1998, the firm has established a strong presence across Europe, offering a diverse range of investment solutions tailored to meet the needs of institutional and retail clients alike. Specialising in areas such as real estate, equities, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies, UBS Asset Management distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovative investment approaches. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its robust risk management practices and a strong focus on responsible investing. With a reputation for excellence and a comprehensive suite of core products and services, UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. continues to solidify its market position as a trusted partner in navigating the complexities of the financial landscape.

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How does UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'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.

80

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s score of 80 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from UBS Group AG

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The organisation is a current subsidiary of UBS Group AG, which cascades its climate commitments and performance data down to this level. While UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. does not have its own documented reduction targets, it aligns with the broader sustainability initiatives of UBS Group AG. This includes participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and commitments to the RE100 initiative, both of which are cascaded from UBS Group AG at a third-level relationship. These initiatives reflect a commitment to transparency and accountability in climate action. As part of its corporate family, UBS Group AG has set ambitious climate goals, which may influence the strategies and commitments of UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. However, specific reduction targets or achievements at the subsidiary level remain unspecified. The organisation is expected to contribute to the overarching sustainability objectives of its parent company, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing climate resilience in its operations.

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Scope 1
1,634,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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-
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
285,000
000,000
-
000,000,000
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
00,000,000
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. is in LU, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and increased significantly since 2017, 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 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Employee Commuting
11%
Business Travel
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

UBS Asset Management (Europe) S.A. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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