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World Gold Trust Services, LLC Sustainability Profile

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World Gold Trust Services, LLC, headquartered in the United States, is a leading entity in the gold investment industry. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as a trusted provider of gold-backed investment solutions, primarily through its flagship product, the SPDR Gold Shares ETF. This innovative offering allows investors to gain exposure to gold without the complexities of physical ownership. With a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America and Europe, World Gold Trust Services has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest gold ETFs globally. The company's commitment to transparency and security sets it apart, making it a preferred choice for both institutional and retail investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with gold.

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How does World Gold Trust Services, LLC'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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World Gold Trust Services, LLC's reported carbon emissions

World Gold Trust Services, LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of emissions data and formal commitments suggests that World Gold Trust Services may not have established a comprehensive framework for addressing its carbon footprint or climate impact at this time. As such, the organisation's climate commitments remain unclear within the context of industry standards.

How Carbon Intensive is World Gold Trust Services, LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. World Gold Trust Services, LLC's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is World Gold Trust Services, LLC'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 World Gold Trust Services, LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

World Gold Trust Services, LLC'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.

World Gold Trust Services, LLC 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
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