Aj Bell Sustainability Profile
Aj Bell, officially known as AJ Bell plc, is a prominent player in the UK investment and savings industry, headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a leading provider of investment platforms and stockbroking services, catering to both individual investors and financial advisers. With a focus on innovation, Aj Bell offers a range of core products, including its award-winning investment platform, AJ Bell Youinvest, and its pension solutions, which stand out for their user-friendly interface and competitive pricing. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2018, solidifying its market position as one of the UK's largest investment platforms. Recognised for its commitment to customer service and technological advancement, Aj Bell continues to shape the investment landscape, making it a trusted choice for investors across the nation.
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Aj Bell's score of 51 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Aj Bell's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AJ Bell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,217,000 kg CO2e, which includes 223,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 136,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 9,858,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, accounting for about 8,649,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, AJ Bell's emissions for the same year were approximately 458,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 3 emissions at about 5,461,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, AJ Bell continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that AJ Bell is independently managing its carbon footprint. Overall, AJ Bell's emissions reflect its operational scale and the challenges of managing Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most substantial for financial services firms.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 174,700 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 164,500 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Aj Bell's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Aj Bell's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 3% since 2022, 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 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Aj Bell'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.
Aj Bell 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.
