- Reducing carbon emissions from business travel.
- Increasing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the firm.
- Maintaining robust cybersecurity practices.
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Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2019 reporting, Brown Advisory disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.7K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 2 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 1.6K 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
2.7K tCO2e/year
2019
📊 Emissions by Scope (2019)
| 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). | 2 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.6K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Calculated and reported carbon footprint for the first time (2,698 metric tons CO2e), planning to offset 100% of emissions starting in 2020.
- Relocated data centers to mitigate weather-related disaster risks, with new centers being LEED certified.
- Implemented policies banning single-use plastics and moving towards paperless operations.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity and Inclusion