Cerved Group, a leading player in the Italian data and information services sector, is headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1974, the company has established itself as a key provider of credit risk assessment, business information, and marketing solutions. With a strong presence across Europe, Cerved Group serves a diverse clientele, including financial institutions, corporations, and public entities. The company’s core offerings include advanced analytics, credit scoring, and market intelligence, which are distinguished by their comprehensive data sets and innovative technology. Cerved Group's commitment to delivering actionable insights has positioned it as a trusted partner in the industry. Notable achievements include its significant market share in Italy and recognition for excellence in data-driven decision-making, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the information services landscape.
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Cerved Group's score of 37 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Cerved Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,340,150 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,040,380 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,900,780 kg CO2e from purchased electricity, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1,398,990 kg CO2e, mainly from business travel. Cerved Group is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with specific targets set for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments were established in 2023 and reflect the company's long-term sustainability strategy. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Cerved Group S.p.A., indicating a structured approach to environmental accountability within the corporate family. Cerved Group's ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive stance towards climate change mitigation.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,340,520 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000.00 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,018,030 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000.00 | 0,000,000 |
Cerved Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 32% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the primary emissions source at 10% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Cerved Group 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.

