Macquarie Group Limited, commonly known as Macquarie, is a leading global financial services provider headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Macquarie offers a diverse range of services, including asset management, investment banking, and commodities trading. Its unique approach to client solutions and risk management has positioned it as a trusted partner in the financial sector. With a reputation for innovation and excellence, Macquarie has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the Australian Securities Exchange. The firm is recognised for its robust market position and commitment to sustainable investment practices, making it a prominent player in the global financial landscape.
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In 2025, Macquarie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 sources, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 165,000,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 59,164,000 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were recorded at approximately 482,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were not reported. For the previous year, 2024, Macquarie's emissions included approximately 392,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 223,010,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero operational emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025, and it aims to align its financing activities with the global goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Macquarie's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through its initiatives, such as sourcing 100% of its global electricity consumption from renewable sources in FY2023. The company is also focused on reducing its Scope 2 emissions significantly, with various projects aimed at energy efficiency and renewable energy procurement. Overall, Macquarie is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and has established a framework to manage its environmental impact effectively.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | 176,870,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 870,709,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 668,780,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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