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Financial Intermediation
GB
updated 2 months ago

Foresight Technology VCT Plc Sustainability Profile

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Foresight Technology VCT Plc, a prominent player in the venture capital trust sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2006, the company focuses on investing in innovative technology businesses across various stages of development, primarily within the UK and Europe. Foresight Technology VCT Plc is dedicated to supporting companies that are at the forefront of technological advancement, particularly in sectors such as software, digital media, and clean energy. Its unique approach combines financial backing with strategic guidance, enabling portfolio companies to thrive in competitive markets. With a strong track record of successful investments and a commitment to sustainable growth, Foresight Technology VCT Plc has positioned itself as a leader in the venture capital landscape, consistently delivering value to its shareholders and contributing to the evolution of the technology industry.

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How does Foresight Technology VCT Plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Foresight Technology VCT Plc's score of 20 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Foresight Technology VCT Plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Foresight Technology VCT Plc reported a carbon intensity of approximately 0.00175 kg CO2e per GBP of revenue, with no specific emissions data disclosed for Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2022, showed a carbon intensity of about 0.00551 kg CO2e per GBP of revenue. This indicates a potential improvement in carbon efficiency, although absolute emissions figures remain unspecified. Foresight Technology VCT Plc has not set any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The company does not inherit emissions data from a parent organization, indicating that its climate commitments and emissions reporting are independent. Overall, while specific emissions data is lacking, the reported carbon intensity figures suggest a focus on improving carbon efficiency in relation to revenue generation.

How Carbon Intensive is Foresight Technology VCT Plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Foresight Technology VCT Plc's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Foresight Technology VCT Plc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Foresight Technology VCT Plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Foresight Technology VCT Plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Foresight Technology VCT Plc 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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