Pensiondanmark
PensionDanmark, officially known as PensionDanmark A/S, is a prominent pension fund headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1993, the organisation has grown to become a key player in the Danish pension industry, primarily serving the needs of employees in the private sector. With a focus on providing comprehensive pension solutions, PensionDanmark offers a range of services including retirement savings, investment management, and insurance products tailored to enhance financial security for its members. The fund is distinguished by its commitment to sustainable investments, aligning with global trends towards responsible finance. Over the years, PensionDanmark has achieved significant milestones, including notable growth in assets under management, positioning itself as one of the leading pension providers in Denmark. Its innovative approach and member-centric services continue to set it apart in a competitive market.
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Pensiondanmark's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PensionDanmark reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,826,614 kg CO2e, comprising 65,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 38,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,825,614,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from investments. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the carbon footprint associated with their investment portfolio. PensionDanmark has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their portfolio targets cover 56% of total investments and lending by assets under management as of 2021, with required activities making up 56%, optional activities 16%, and out-of-scope activities 28%. The company has set near-term targets consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C, aiming for significant reductions by 2030. Overall, PensionDanmark's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to managing and reducing carbon emissions, particularly through their investment strategies, while striving for transparency and accountability in their environmental impact.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 540,980,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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