Ares Management Corporation, commonly referred to as Ares, is a leading global alternative investment manager headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, Ares has established a strong presence in financial intermediation services, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services. The firm operates across key regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, providing a diverse range of investment solutions.
Ares is renowned for its expertise in credit, private equity, and real estate, offering unique products that cater to a variety of investor needs. With a commitment to delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, Ares has achieved significant milestones, including substantial growth in assets under management. The firm’s strategic approach and innovative investment strategies have solidified its position as a prominent player in the financial services industry.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ares Management's reported carbon emissions
Ares Management, a financial intermediation services company based in the US, has reported its carbon emissions for several years. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 42.8 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 47,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 5.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 36 million kg CO2e. In 2022, Ares Management reported total emissions of about 19.3 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 at approximately 35,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at roughly 3.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 15.3 million kg CO2e. For 2021, total emissions were approximately 6.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 46,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 2.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 3.8 million kg CO2e. In 2020, total emissions were reported as about 4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions of roughly 1.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of about 2.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not reported for 2020. In 2019, total emissions amounted to approximately 12.8 million kg CO2e, including Scope 2 emissions of around 1.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of about 10.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not reported for 2019. Ares Management has set a long-term goal to achieve net zero for its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by fiscal year 2050, with a starting point of 2023. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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Ares Management’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
scope 1
scope 1.2 GHG emission reduction targets： Net zero by FY2050
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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