Lazard Ltd, commonly known as Lazard, is a leading financial advisory and asset management firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1848, Lazard has built a formidable reputation in the investment banking sector, with major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm excels in providing strategic financial advice, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) services, and asset management solutions, distinguishing itself through its deep industry expertise and global reach. Lazard's unique approach combines local insights with a worldwide perspective, enabling clients to navigate complex financial landscapes effectively. With a storied history and a commitment to excellence, Lazard has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted advisor to corporations, governments, and institutions worldwide.
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LAZARD's score of 32 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Lazard reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,125,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,269,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 5,052,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 18,804,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 21,634,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,286,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 5,232,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 15,116,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Lazard has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. However, they are actively disclosing their emissions data, which is essential for transparency and accountability in their climate commitments. The emissions data is sourced directly from Lazard, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. Overall, while Lazard's emissions have increased, their commitment to reporting and transparency is a step towards addressing climate change impacts.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,491,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,673,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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LAZARD 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.