Ardian, a leading global private investment house headquartered in France, has established itself as a prominent player in the investment management industry since its founding in 1996. With a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Ardian focuses on a diverse range of investment strategies, including private equity, infrastructure, and real estate. The firm is renowned for its commitment to sustainable investment practices and its innovative approach to asset management, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Ardian manages over €100 billion in assets, reflecting its robust market position and notable achievements in delivering value to its investors. With a dedicated team of professionals, Ardian continues to drive growth and create lasting impact across its operational regions.
How does Ardian'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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Ardian's score of 29 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ardian reported total carbon emissions of approximately 552,938,320 kg CO2e. This figure includes 69,219,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 11,683,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, about 493,469,370 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. Currently, Ardian has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they have any climate pledges documented. The absence of reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. As of now, there is no data cascaded from a parent or related organization, indicating that these emissions figures are solely attributed to Ardian SAS. Overall, Ardian's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, underscoring the importance of comprehensive strategies to address climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 69,219,570 |
| Scope 2 | 11,683,000 |
| Scope 3 | 493,469,370 |
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.
Ardian 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.

