Infratil Limited, commonly referred to as Infratil, is a prominent infrastructure investment company headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1994, Infratil has built a robust portfolio across various sectors, including energy, transport, and social infrastructure, primarily operating in New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The company is renowned for its strategic investments in renewable energy and essential services, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable infrastructure development. Notable achievements include significant stakes in companies like Trustpower and Wellington Airport, showcasing its commitment to enhancing community connectivity and environmental sustainability. With a focus on long-term value creation, Infratil continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure landscape in its operational regions.
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Infratil, headquartered in New Zealand, reported its carbon emissions data for 2023, revealing a total of approximately 58,753,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, primarily from investments, alongside 212,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The previous year, 2022, saw similar Scope 3 emissions of about 54,641,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions intensity from investments, which was approximately 0.0033 tCO2e per USD million invested. Infratil has set significant climate commitments, targeting a reduction in emissions consistent with the 1.5°C pathway. Their near-term targets aim to cover 97% of their total investment and lending by assets under management by FY2023, with required activities constituting 96% of this total. These targets are designed to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, ensuring that their operations contribute to global climate goals. The company has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data, nor have they committed to a net-zero target as of now. However, their ongoing initiatives reflect a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability across their investment portfolio.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Infratil's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 7% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Infratil has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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