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Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation
GB
updated a month ago

OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED Sustainability Profile

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Octopus Investments Limited, a prominent player in the UK investment landscape, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in the alternative investment sector, focusing on renewable energy, venture capital, and real estate. With a commitment to sustainable investing, Octopus offers unique products such as the Octopus Energy service, which has revolutionised the energy market by prioritising green solutions. Over the years, Octopus Investments has achieved significant milestones, including managing billions in assets and earning accolades for its innovative approach. The firm’s dedication to transparency and customer-centric services has positioned it as a trusted partner for investors seeking to make a positive impact while achieving financial returns. With a strong presence across the UK and beyond, Octopus continues to shape the future of responsible investing.

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How does OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED'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.

35

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED's score of 35 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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OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Octopus Investments Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,987,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 133,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 2,732,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 702,230 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 1,638,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 108,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 110,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 1,420,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in total emissions, Octopus Investments Limited has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no reported commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. All emissions data is self-reported and not cascaded from any parent or related organization.

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20222023
Scope 1
108,000
000,000
Scope 2
110,000
000,000
Scope 3
1,420,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED'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 OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED'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.

OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LIMITED 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

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