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Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation
GB
updated 14 days ago

Downing

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Downing, officially known as Downing LLP, is a prominent investment management firm headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1986, the company has carved a niche in the alternative investment sector, focusing on tax-efficient investment solutions and sustainable energy projects. With a strong presence across the UK, Downing has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of innovative investment products that cater to both retail and institutional clients. The firm’s core offerings include venture capital, renewable energy investments, and tax-efficient products such as Enterprise Investment Schemes (EIS) and Seed Enterprise Investment Schemes (SEIS). What sets Downing apart is its commitment to sustainability and community-focused investments, positioning it as a leader in the socially responsible investment landscape. With a robust track record and a growing portfolio, Downing continues to enhance its market position, making a meaningful impact in the investment industry.

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37

Industry Average

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.

31

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Downing's score of 37 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Downing's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Downing reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,170,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 6,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 80,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2,300,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes business travel (about 329,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 135,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (around 2,628,000 kg CO2e). For 2023, Downing's total emissions were about 3,201,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 63,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 3,134,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, Downing's emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 2,337,240 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 5,910 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 79,890 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,251,440 kg CO2e. In 2022, Downing's UK emissions were about 1,482,770 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 5,390 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 74,960 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 1,402,420 kg CO2e. Despite these emissions figures, Downing has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no documented initiatives aimed at reducing emissions. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are sourced directly from Downing LLP.

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Scope 2
47,000
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Scope 3
1,402,000
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0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Downing's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Downing is in GB, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Downing is not participating in any 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.

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