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Russell Investments

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Russell Investments's score of 24 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Russell Investments's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Russell Investments reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,209,000 kg CO2e, comprising 75,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any data related to Scope 3 emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Russell Investments is committed to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The firm is actively engaged in sustainability practices, although detailed plans or targets have not been publicly outlined. As a global investment firm headquartered in the US, Russell Investments is positioned to influence climate action within the financial sector, aligning with industry standards for environmental responsibility.

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2021
Scope 1
75,000
Scope 2
1,134,000
Scope 3
-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Russell Investments's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Russell Investments is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Russell Investments 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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