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updated 7 months ago

M-KOPA

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M-KOPA, a leading provider of pay-as-you-go solar energy solutions, is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Founded in 2011, the company has made significant strides in the renewable energy sector, primarily serving East Africa, including Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. M-KOPA's innovative approach allows customers to access affordable solar power without the burden of upfront costs, making clean energy accessible to millions. The company offers a range of products, including solar home systems, mobile phone charging solutions, and energy-efficient appliances. M-KOPA's unique financing model enables users to pay for their systems in instalments, promoting financial inclusion and sustainability. With over a million systems sold, M-KOPA has established itself as a market leader, recognised for its commitment to improving energy access and enhancing the quality of life for underserved communities.

DitchCarbon Score

How does M-KOPA'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

M-KOPA's score of 20 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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M-KOPA's reported carbon emissions

M-KOPA, headquartered in Kenya (KE), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of M-KOPA Kenya Limited and does not inherit emissions data from a parent organization. In terms of climate commitments, M-KOPA has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in recognised frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This lack of publicly available data suggests that M-KOPA may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy and emissions reporting. As the renewable energy sector continues to evolve, M-KOPA's future commitments and initiatives will be crucial in addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints. The company’s engagement in sustainability practices will be essential for aligning with industry standards and expectations.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. M-KOPA's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 M-KOPA is in KE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

M-KOPA is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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