Close Brothers
Close Brothers Group plc, commonly known as Close Brothers, is a prominent financial services company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1878, the firm has built a strong reputation in the banking and investment sectors, with significant operations across the UK and Ireland. Specialising in lending, asset management, and securities trading, Close Brothers offers a range of unique financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of businesses and individuals. Their commitment to customer service and expertise has positioned them as a trusted partner in the financial industry. With a history marked by resilience and innovation, Close Brothers has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth and a strong market presence. Their dedication to providing bespoke financial services continues to set them apart in a competitive landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Close Brothers'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Close Brothers's score of 56 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Close Brothers's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Close Brothers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,021,000 kg CO2e globally, with 1,869,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 515,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 54,998,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from their value chain. In the UK, Close Brothers' emissions for 2023 were approximately 3,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,217,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 669,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in the available data. Over the years, Close Brothers has made notable progress in emissions reduction. For instance, their Scope 1 emissions decreased from about 2,307,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 1,869,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions have also seen a decline, indicating a positive trend towards sustainability. Close Brothers continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability, although further details on specific reduction initiatives or targets are currently unavailable.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,307,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,107,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 224,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Close Brothers is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
