Jefferies Financial Group Inc., commonly known as Jefferies, is a leading global investment banking and capital markets firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1962, Jefferies has established a strong presence in major financial hubs, including New York, London, and Hong Kong, providing a wide range of services across various sectors. Specialising in investment banking, asset management, and capital markets, Jefferies is renowned for its client-centric approach and innovative solutions. The firm offers unique products and services, including equity and debt underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and research, which distinguish it in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to excellence, Jefferies has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide. Its reputation for integrity and performance has solidified its status as a prominent player in the financial services industry.
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In 2022, Jefferies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,813,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 97,053,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined amounted to about 6,036,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Notably, Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services (97,053,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (24,507,000 kg CO2e). Jefferies has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2035. This initiative includes phasing out fossil fuels and electrifying all infrastructure, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The company is on track to implement these strategies starting from 2023. Overall, Jefferies's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing their environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,321,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,369,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 40,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jefferies 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.