Russell Investments, a prominent global investment firm headquartered in the United States, has been a key player in the asset management industry since its founding in 1936. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, the firm offers a diverse range of investment solutions tailored to meet the needs of institutional investors and financial intermediaries. Specialising in multi-asset investing, Russell Investments is renowned for its innovative approach to portfolio construction and risk management. The firm’s core services encompass investment consulting, implementation, and asset management, distinguished by a commitment to delivering customised strategies that align with clients' objectives. Recognised for its expertise, Russell Investments has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the investment landscape.
How does Russell Investments's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Russell Investments's score of 24 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Russell Investments reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,208,000 kg CO2e, comprising 75,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 1,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. As a current subsidiary of Russell Investment Management, LLC, emissions data is cascaded from this parent organisation. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their current commitments. Russell Investments is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its carbon footprint, but further details on reduction initiatives or specific climate commitments are not available at this time.
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| 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 75,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,134,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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.
Russell Investments 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.
