Coface, officially known as Compagnie Française d'Assurance pour le Commerce Extérieur, is a leading global provider of credit insurance and risk management solutions. Headquartered in France, Coface operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, serving a diverse clientele in various industries. Founded in 1946, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its expansion into emerging markets and the development of innovative digital tools for risk assessment. Coface's core offerings include credit insurance, trade receivables management, and debt collection services, distinguished by their comprehensive risk analysis and tailored solutions. With a strong market position, Coface is recognised for its expertise in helping businesses mitigate risks and enhance their financial stability. The company’s commitment to customer service and its robust global network further solidify its reputation as a trusted partner in the credit insurance industry.
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In 2024, Coface reported total carbon emissions of approximately 263,010,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,308,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 258,891,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions include substantial contributions from the use of sold products (156,945,000 kg CO2e) and investments (76,658,000 kg CO2e). Coface has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for an 11% decrease in GHG emissions from its operations (Scope 1) by 2025, based on 2019 levels. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions related to investments, corporate equities, and bonds by 2025, aligned with the Net Zero Asset Owner Alliance (NZAOA) trajectory. Furthermore, Coface has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Coface. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments while navigating the challenges of revenue growth and an increasing workforce.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,941,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,602,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 321,463,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Coface is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
