HgCapital LLP
HgCapital LLP, commonly referred to as Hg, is a leading private equity investment firm headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1989, Hg has built a strong reputation in the technology and services sectors, focusing on investments in software and tech-enabled businesses across Europe and North America. With a commitment to driving growth and innovation, Hg offers a unique blend of operational expertise and strategic insight, enabling portfolio companies to thrive in competitive markets. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in high-growth companies, which have solidified its position as a key player in the private equity landscape. Hg's dedication to sustainable value creation and its deep industry knowledge set it apart in the investment community.
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How does HgCapital LLP'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.
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HgCapital LLP's score of 34 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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HgCapital LLP's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HgCapital LLP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,079,300 kg CO2e, which includes 20,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 131,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,728,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for 26% of its private equity investments by invested capital to have established science-based targets by FY2026, with a goal of 100% by FY2040, using FY2021 as the base year. These targets encompass 85% of total investment and lending activities as of November 1, 2021. HgCapital's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the company operates independently in its climate initiatives. The targets are aligned with the 1.5°C pathway, reflecting a commitment to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. The firm is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within its investment portfolio.
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| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 153,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,150,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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HgCapital LLP is participating in some 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.
