Quilter plc, a prominent name in the financial services industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK and internationally. Founded in 1770, Quilter has evolved into a leading provider of investment and wealth management solutions, catering to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, financial advisers, and institutions. The company offers a range of core services, including investment management, financial planning, and retirement solutions, distinguished by a commitment to personalised service and innovative investment strategies. Quilter's strong market position is underscored by its significant assets under management and a reputation for excellence in client service. With a rich heritage and a focus on sustainable growth, Quilter continues to set benchmarks in the wealth management sector.
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In 2024, Quilter reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 354,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 629,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions constituting the majority at around 28.4 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 25.9 million kg CO2e, indicating a rise in emissions over the year. Quilter has set a target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 emissions by 40% by 2025, aiming to achieve this reduction from a baseline established in 2020. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Quilter plc. The company continues to disclose its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate reporting.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 733,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,995,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 79,679,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Quilter's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 64% 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 86% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Quilter 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.

