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Aquila Capital, headquartered in Germany, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically focusing on services excluding insurance and pension funding (NACE code 65). Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a leader in sustainable investment solutions, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond.
Specialising in asset management and investment advisory, Aquila Capital offers unique products that prioritise sustainability and long-term value creation. The firm is recognised for its innovative approach to renewable energy investments and infrastructure projects, positioning itself as a trusted partner for institutional investors. With a commitment to responsible investing, Aquila Capital has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its reputation in the financial services industry.
+16 vs industry average
Aquila Capital’s score of 53 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Aquila Capital, a financial intermediation services company based in Germany, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.04 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 113,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 62,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking back, Aquila Capital's total emissions in 2023 were approximately 2.93 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 401,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 487,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 2.04 million kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions stood at around 3.02 million kg CO2e, comprising approximately 347,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 683,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.99 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. For 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 2.22 million kg CO2e, including about 562,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.32 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2020, total emissions were around 1.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 174,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 232,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1.2 million kg CO2e.
Aquila Capital has established near-term absolute reduction targets across all scopes. The company pledges to achieve a 50% reduction in its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2024 baseline. Intermediate targets include a 30% reduction in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2028 from the 2024 baseline, and a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from the 2024 baseline. Furthermore, Aquila Capital aims to achieve Net Zero emissions for its direct operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2040.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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