Industrivärden AB, a prominent investment company headquartered in Sweden, has established itself as a key player in the Nordic market since its founding in 1861. With a strategic focus on long-term value creation, Industrivärden primarily operates in the investment sector, managing a diverse portfolio that includes significant stakes in leading companies across various industries, such as manufacturing and telecommunications. The firm is renowned for its unique approach to active ownership, fostering growth and innovation within its portfolio companies. Notable achievements include its consistent ranking among the top investment firms in Sweden, reflecting its robust market position and commitment to sustainable development. With a strong emphasis on corporate governance and strategic partnerships, Industrivärden continues to shape the landscape of investment in the region.
How does Industrivarden'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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Industrivarden's score of 51 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Industrivärden reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 18,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a slight decrease in emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 48,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 14,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 16,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the total emissions were approximately 37,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 18,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 11,000 kg CO2e. Industrivärden has set ambitious reduction targets for its emissions. The company aims for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, for its investments in Essity, a 35% reduction target has been established for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a base year of 2016. These commitments align with the company's broader climate strategy to contribute to global climate goals. The emissions data is sourced directly from AB Industrivärden (publ) and is not cascaded from any parent organization.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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.
Industrivarden 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.

