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Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation
US
updated 2 months ago

Greenbacker Sustainability Profile

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Greenbacker Capital, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the renewable energy investment sector. Founded in 2011, the company has established itself as a leader in sustainable infrastructure, focusing on solar and wind energy projects across various operational regions, including the East Coast and the Midwest. Specialising in the acquisition and management of renewable energy assets, Greenbacker offers unique investment opportunities that align with environmental sustainability and financial performance. The firm’s commitment to clean energy solutions has positioned it favourably in the market, with notable achievements in expanding its portfolio and enhancing energy efficiency. With a strong emphasis on responsible investing, Greenbacker Capital continues to drive innovation in the renewable energy industry, making significant strides towards a greener future while delivering value to its investors.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Greenbacker'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Greenbacker's score of 23 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Greenbacker's reported carbon emissions

Greenbacker, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of data suggests that Greenbacker may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or emissions reporting. As such, the company does not inherit any emissions data from a parent organisation, nor does it have any cascading targets from industry initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or others. Without specific emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is challenging to assess Greenbacker's climate impact or commitments within the broader context of industry standards.

How Carbon Intensive is Greenbacker's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Greenbacker's primary industry is Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Greenbacker'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 Greenbacker is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Greenbacker'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.

Greenbacker 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
Reduction Actions

Compare Greenbacker's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Electricity nec
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First Solar

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Electricity by solar thermal
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Pattern Energy

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Electricity nec
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Orsted

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Electricity by wind
Updated 5 days ago

Clearway Energy, Inc.

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Transmission services of electricity
Updated about 2 months ago

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