- Data limitations across all facilities for environmental metrics.
- Significant acquisitions in recent years impacting year-over-year comparisons.
- Challenges in measuring the success of carbon credit investments.
Cboe Global Markets
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Cboe Global Markets disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 384 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 3.3K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 32.9K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
3.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 market-based)
2023
Water Usage
170.0K gallons/year (limited data coverage)
2023
Waste
349 tons/year (limited data coverage)
2023
Energy Use
34.9K MWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 384 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 3.3K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 32.9K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 3.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) |
| 2021 | 6.5K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| 2020 | 17.4K mtCO2e (location based); 11325 mtCO2e (market based) |
| 2018 | 24.2K mtCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Planted one tree for every current and new associate in partnership with EcoMatcher.
- Continued partnerships with Carbon Streaming, Climate Vault, and Nori to invest in carbon credit projects.
- Chicago headquarters and trading floor are LEED Gold certified.
- Emissions reductions from transitioning to cloud-based services in London.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Set science-based targets covering Scope 1, 2, and material Scope 3 emissions.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeEnergyEmissionsBoard composition and independenceAssociate engagementCybersecurity and Data PrivacyBusiness EthicsCommunity engagementDiversity, equity and inclusion