ASX Limited, commonly referred to as ASX, is a leading Australian securities exchange headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1987, ASX has evolved into a pivotal player in the financial services industry, facilitating capital raising and trading across various asset classes, including equities, derivatives, and fixed income. With a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, ASX is renowned for its innovative trading platforms and clearing services, which enhance market efficiency and transparency. The exchange has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of electronic trading systems and the implementation of advanced technology solutions. ASX's commitment to fostering a robust financial market is reflected in its position as one of the top exchanges globally, serving as a vital hub for investors and companies alike. Its unique offerings, such as the ASX 200 index, further solidify its reputation as a cornerstone of the Australian economy.
How does Asx'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.
Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.
Asx's score of 39 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, ASX reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,374,000 kg CO2e, comprising 53,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity and about 1,319,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel. In 2023, their emissions were significantly higher, with around 12,676,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and 849,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The 2022 data indicated similar trends, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 13,318,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 269,000 kg CO2e. ASX has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). They are currently on track with their near-term targets, having made a commitment to reduce emissions in line with climate science. This commitment reflects ASX's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in the financial services sector.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 13,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 269,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Asx is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.