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updated 8 days ago

SOCOTEC

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SOCOTEC, officially known as SOCOTEC UK Ltd, is a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2017, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across the UK and Europe, solidifying its position in the construction, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. With a focus on delivering high-quality solutions, SOCOTEC offers a diverse range of services, including geotechnical testing, environmental monitoring, and building consultancy. Their commitment to innovation and compliance sets them apart in a competitive market, ensuring clients receive reliable and accurate results. Recognised for their expertise and dedication, SOCOTEC has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and certifications. Their reputation for excellence makes them a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance safety and sustainability in their projects.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

SOCOTEC's score of 20 is lower than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SOCOTEC's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SOCOTEC UK Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,794,600 kg CO2e, comprising 343,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 654,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,796,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from employee commuting (1,858,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (1,849,200 kg CO2e), and business travel (951,700 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, SOCOTEC's total emissions were about 7,265,900 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included 6,512,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 753,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,999,800 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, SOCOTEC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has not cascaded emissions data from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from SOCOTEC UK Limited's operations. SOCOTEC's commitment to reducing carbon emissions aligns with industry standards, although further details on specific reduction strategies or future targets are not available.

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2019
Scope 1
495,400
Scope 2
1,517,300
Scope 3
21,595,400

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SOCOTEC's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), 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 SOCOTEC is in GB, 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.

SOCOTEC 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
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