Emk Capital, a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Great Britain, has established itself as a key player in the investment landscape since its inception in 2015. With a focus on growth capital, the firm primarily operates in the technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors, targeting businesses poised for expansion. Emk Capital is renowned for its unique approach to partnership, providing not just financial backing but also strategic guidance to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation. The firm has successfully invested in a diverse portfolio of companies, positioning itself as a trusted ally for entrepreneurs seeking to scale their ventures. With a commitment to fostering sustainable growth, Emk Capital continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the private equity industry.
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In 2023, EMK Capital reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,002,900 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 3 emissions, as the company does not disclose Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions includes business travel (1,025,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (3,960,000 kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (16,500 kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (1,400 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, EMK Capital's total emissions were approximately 2,181,930 kg CO2e, also entirely from Scope 3. The emissions for 2021 were about 1,910,060 kg CO2e, again solely from Scope 3. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. EMK Capital has set near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway, covering 36% of its total investment and lending activities by greenhouse gas emissions as of 2021. These targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C, although the company has not committed to a net-zero target. The portfolio targets encompass 53% of total investment activities by invested capital, indicating a proactive approach to managing emissions within its financial operations. The data is sourced directly from EMK Capital LLP, with no cascading from a parent organization.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,910,060 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Emk Capital's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 129% last year and increased by approximately 162% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% 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.
Emk Capital has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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