Wellington Management Company, LLP, commonly referred to as Wellington Management, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, excluding insurance and pension funding services. Headquartered in the United States, the firm operates across major financial markets globally, providing investment management and advisory services to a diverse clientele.
Founded in 1928, Wellington Management has established itself as a leader in the industry, known for its innovative investment strategies and commitment to client-centric solutions. The firm offers a range of core products, including equity, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies, distinguished by its rigorous research-driven approach and a strong emphasis on risk management.
With a reputation for excellence, Wellington Management has achieved significant milestones, including managing assets for some of the world's largest institutional investors. Its market position is bolstered by a deep understanding of global markets and a collaborative culture that fosters long-term client relationships.
+10 vs industry average
Wellington Management’s score of 47 is higher than 63% 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
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wellington Management's reported carbon emissions
Wellington Management, headquartered in the US and operating within financial intermediation services, reported a total of approximately 8,271,000 kg CO2e for the year 2022. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
Previously, in 2021, Wellington Management reported a total of approximately 3,973,000 kg CO2e. The year prior, 2020, saw total emissions of approximately 4,848,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions were approximately 16,055,000 kg CO2e, and in 2018, approximately 15,827,000 kg CO2e. Their earliest reported data, for 2017, shows total emissions of approximately 14,370,000 kg CO2e.
Wellington Management has established several climate commitments. By 2030, for assets committed to net zero, they aim for an interim 50% emissions-reduction target. Additionally, their market-based Scope 2 emissions experienced a 37% reduction between 2014 and 2022. The firm also commits to working with clients on their decarbonisation goals and setting an interim target for the proportion of assets managed in line with net-zero emissions by 2050.
It is important to note that Wellington Management's emissions data is inherited from its corporate family, Wellington Management Inc.
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Wellington Management’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2022
37% reduction in Scope 2
Our market-based Scope 2 emissions dropped by 37%.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Colliers International Group Inc.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Colliers International Group Inc.The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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