Funding Circle
Funding Circle, a leading name in financial intermediation services, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates across key regions including Europe and the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has revolutionised the way small businesses access finance, connecting them directly with investors through its innovative online platform.
Specialising in peer-to-peer lending, Funding Circle offers a unique proposition by providing businesses with quick and flexible funding solutions, often at competitive rates. The platform stands out for its rigorous credit assessment process, ensuring that investors can make informed decisions while supporting the growth of SMEs.
With a strong market position, Funding Circle has facilitated billions in loans, earning recognition for its commitment to transparency and customer service. As a pioneer in the alternative finance sector, it continues to shape the landscape of business funding, making it a vital player in the financial services industry.
+36 vs industry average
Funding Circle’s score of 71 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Funding Circle's reported carbon emissions
Funding Circle, a financial intermediation services provider headquartered in the UK, reported a total of approximately 5.67 million kg CO2e for the year 2025. This figure comprises 37,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, an undisclosed amount for Scope 2 (though Scope 1 and 2 combined were approximately 73,000 kg CO2e on a location-based basis), and approximately 5.63 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. For 2024, Funding Circle's total emissions were approximately 7.15 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 2 emissions of about 51,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 7.15 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions reached approximately 10.95 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 108,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 298,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled about 10.65 million kg CO2e. Earlier data includes approximately 885,000 kg CO2e for 2022, with Scope 1 at about 77,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 316,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were approximately 569,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were about 656,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 129,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at 411,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were approximately 116,000 kg CO2e. Funding Circle's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments through initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Climate Pledge.
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