Apax Partners, a leading global private equity firm, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1969, the firm has established a strong presence in key operational regions across Europe and North America. Specialising in technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors, Apax Partners focuses on growth-oriented investments that drive innovation and operational excellence. With a robust portfolio of companies, Apax Partners is recognised for its strategic approach to value creation, leveraging deep industry expertise and a collaborative partnership model. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including successful exits and significant returns for its investors, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the private equity landscape. Apax Partners continues to set itself apart through its commitment to sustainable growth and transformative investments.
How does Apax Partners's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, Apax Partners reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,290,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 47,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 89,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 6,154,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the firm’s emissions were slightly higher at about 6,933,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 25,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 332,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 6,533,000 kg CO2e. Apax Partners has set ambitious near-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. This initiative follows their acquisition of Planet Mark, which has enhanced their commitment to sustainability and the development of a robust Net Zero Transition Plan. The firm’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Apax Partners LLP. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its climate reporting.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 489,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,632,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Apax Partners has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

