Schroders, officially known as Schroders plc, is a leading global asset management company headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1804, Schroders has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. The firm specialises in a diverse range of investment solutions, including equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternatives, catering to both institutional and retail clients. With a commitment to sustainable investing, Schroders has been at the forefront of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into its investment processes. The company is recognised for its innovative approach and has achieved notable milestones, such as managing over £700 billion in assets. As a trusted partner in the financial industry, Schroders continues to enhance its market position through a focus on performance and client-centric solutions.
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In 2024, Schroders reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,162,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, with Scope 1 emissions at about 483,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,680,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to about 161,948,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, their Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 494,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Schroders has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. They have established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which covers 62% of their total investment and lending activities as of 2019. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a focus on reducing operational emissions and enhancing sustainability across their portfolio. Their initiatives reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 659,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,229,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,055,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Schroders has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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