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Computershare Sustainability Profile

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Computershare Limited, a global leader in financial services, is headquartered in Australia and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a key player in the share registry, employee equity plans, and stakeholder communications sectors. With a commitment to innovation, Computershare offers a range of unique services, including shareholder management and corporate governance solutions, which streamline processes for businesses and enhance shareholder engagement. The company is recognised for its robust technology platform and exceptional customer service, positioning it as a trusted partner for organisations worldwide. Notable achievements include its consistent ranking among the top providers in the financial services industry, reflecting its dedication to excellence and client satisfaction.

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64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Computershare's score of 64 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Computershare's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Computershare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,770,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,344,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 384,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 70,042,000 kg CO2e. This represents a reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 78,162,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by a decrease in Scope 3 emissions. Computershare has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 17.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2028, covering 100% of these emissions. Additionally, the company has exceeded its target of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 29.4% by FY2024, as part of its science-based targets. Looking ahead, Computershare has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2042. The near-term targets include an 89.3% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2033 from a FY2021 baseline, and a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2033 from a FY2023 baseline. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2042 and Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Computershare's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the financial services sector.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,298,000
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
18,612,000
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00,000
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000,000
Scope 3
91,589,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Computershare's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Computershare's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Computershare'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 Computershare is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Computershare's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Computershare's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 24% since 2020, 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 42% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
42%
Employee Commuting
19%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Capital Goods
11%
Business Travel
9%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Investments
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Computershare'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.

Computershare has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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