Robeco, officially known as Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V., is a prominent asset management firm headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1929, Robeco has established itself as a leader in sustainable investing, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. The firm specialises in a range of investment strategies, including equities, fixed income, and multi-asset solutions, distinguished by its commitment to integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into its investment processes. With a rich history marked by innovation, Robeco has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first asset managers to adopt a responsible investment approach. Its core offerings, including quantitative and fundamental investment strategies, set it apart in a competitive market. Renowned for its expertise in sustainable finance, Robeco continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner for institutional and retail investors worldwide.
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Robeco's score of 41 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Robeco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,249,000 kg CO2e, comprising 190,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 548,100 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 3,187,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 236,200 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 446,600 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Robeco has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with an interim target of a 35% reduction in operational emissions by 2025, compared to 2019 levels, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Robeco is also aligned with the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative and the Dutch Climate Accord, actively working on a comprehensive decarbonisation strategy with clear targets set for 2025 and 2030. The emissions data reported by Robeco is cascaded from its parent company, Robeco Asset Management, reflecting its commitment to transparency and accountability in climate action. Overall, Robeco's climate commitments and reduction initiatives underscore its dedication to sustainability and responsible asset management in the financial sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,207,600 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 2,607,700 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 3,374,800 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 
Robeco's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 410% last year and increased by approximately 33% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 27% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 64% 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.
Robeco 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.
