Coface
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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Coface's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Coface reported total carbon emissions of approximately 263,010,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,875,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,308,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 258,891,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes emissions from investments (about 76,658,000 kg CO2e), use of sold products (approximately 156,945,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (around 15,254,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2019, Coface's total emissions were about 327,683,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions over the years. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. Despite these figures, Coface has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit its ability to align with industry standards for climate action. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for enhanced commitment to sustainability practices.
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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 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 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.
