SoFi
SoFi, officially known as Social Finance, Inc., is a leading financial technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2011, SoFi has rapidly established itself in the fintech industry, primarily focusing on personal finance, student and personal loans, mortgage refinancing, and investment services. With a commitment to empowering individuals to achieve financial independence, SoFi offers unique products such as its SoFi Invest platform and SoFi Money cash management account. Operating across major regions in the US, SoFi has achieved significant milestones, including its public listing in 2021 through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Renowned for its user-friendly digital experience and comprehensive financial solutions, SoFi has positioned itself as a trusted partner for millions seeking to manage their finances effectively.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
SoFi's score of 26 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SoFi's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SoFi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,387,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 328,300 kg CO2e, primarily from direct operations, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,730,300 kg CO2e, which are associated with purchased electricity. Notably, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions, accounted for about 2,328,400 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (approximately 1,453,500 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (around 874,900 kg CO2e). Despite the substantial emissions reported, SoFi has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or pledges suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As a financial services provider headquartered in the US, SoFi's emissions profile reflects the broader industry context, where many firms are increasingly prioritising sustainability and carbon reduction efforts.
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Get Started| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 328,300 |
| Scope 2 | 1,730,300 |
| Scope 3 | 2,328,400 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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SoFi is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
