Balderton Capital
Balderton Capital, often referred to simply as Balderton, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in London, GB. Specialising in services auxiliary to financial intermediation (industry code 67), the firm focuses on supporting innovative fintech companies and financial service providers across Europe and beyond. Since its founding in 2000, Balderton has established a strong reputation for backing early-stage startups with high-growth potential, contributing to its position as a leading player in the European venture capital landscape.
The firm’s core offerings include equity investment, strategic guidance, and operational support tailored to the financial services sector. What sets Balderton apart is its deep industry expertise and commitment to fostering transformative financial technology companies. With a history of notable investments and a strategic focus on the future of financial intermediation, Balderton remains a key driver of innovation within the industry.
-3 vs industry average
Balderton Capital’s score of 34 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Balderton Capital's reported carbon emissions
Balderton Capital, a UK-based firm operating in the financial intermediation services sector, reported approximately 1,054,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This total emissions figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
Breaking down the 2023 figures:
- Scope 1 emissions were approximately 5,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions, based on location, were approximately 45,000 kg CO2e. Market-based Scope 2 data was not provided.
- Scope 3 emissions accounted for the largest portion, totalling approximately 1,043,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors within Scope 3 included investments (approximately 5,086,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (approximately 725,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (approximately 263,000 kg CO2e).
Balderton Capital's climate commitments are detailed in their SFG Report 2024. The company has not yet established specific reduction targets or joined initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Balderton Capital’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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