Plus500 Sustainability Profile
Plus500 Ltd, a leading online trading platform, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates across major regions including Europe, Australia, and Asia. Founded in 2008, Plus500 has established itself in the financial services industry, specialising in Contracts for Difference (CFDs) across various asset classes such as stocks, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. The platform is renowned for its user-friendly interface and innovative trading technology, which allows clients to trade seamlessly on a wide range of instruments. Plus500's commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance has earned it a strong market position, with millions of active users globally. Notable achievements include being listed on the London Stock Exchange, further solidifying its reputation as a trusted broker in the competitive online trading landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
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Plus500's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Plus500 reported carbon emissions of approximately 7,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 sources, with no emissions recorded for Scope 1. This represents a slight increase from 2021, when emissions were about 7,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Plus500 is committed to monitoring and managing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Plus500 Ltd. independently reports its environmental impact. Overall, Plus500's climate commitments appear to focus on transparency in emissions reporting, although further details on reduction strategies or targets are currently unavailable.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 186,900 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Plus500'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.
Plus500 has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
