Paine Schwartz Partners
Paine Schwartz Partners, a leading private equity firm headquartered in the United States, specialises in the agribusiness and food sectors. Founded in 2006, the firm has established a strong presence in North America and Europe, focusing on investments that drive innovation and sustainability within the industry. With a unique approach to value creation, Paine Schwartz Partners combines deep sector expertise with a commitment to operational excellence, enabling portfolio companies to thrive in a competitive landscape. The firm is recognised for its strategic investments in companies that enhance food production, processing, and distribution, positioning itself as a key player in the global agribusiness market. Notable achievements include a robust track record of successful exits and partnerships that have significantly advanced the sustainability agenda in food systems.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Paine Schwartz Partners's score of 26 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Paine Schwartz Partners's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Paine Schwartz Partners reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,577,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,529,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, indicating a need for enhanced focus on upstream and downstream activities. In 2022, the firm recorded total emissions of about 8,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,430,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,691,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 3,492,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 data showed total emissions of approximately 6,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,567,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,719,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,393,000 kg CO2e. Paine Schwartz Partners has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, the firm is actively monitoring its emissions across all scopes, which is essential for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for the firm to enhance its sustainability strategy and commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in the future.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 446,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 66,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Paine Schwartz Partners is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
