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Polaris Management

Polaris Management, also known as Polaris Equity, is a prominent investment firm headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1998, the company has carved a niche in the private equity sector, focusing on mid-market investments across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and consumer goods. With a strong operational presence in Northern Europe, Polaris Management is recognised for its strategic approach to value creation, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust network. The firm’s core services encompass investment management and advisory, distinguished by a commitment to sustainable growth and innovation. Polaris Management has achieved notable milestones, including successful exits and partnerships that underscore its market position as a leader in private equity. Its unique investment philosophy and dedication to fostering long-term relationships set it apart in a competitive landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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40

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Polaris Management's score of 40 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20%

Polaris Management's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Polaris Management reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,575,086.9 kg CO2e, comprising 1,042,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,321,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 24,086.9 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 3,575,086.4 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,341,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,960,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 23,206.4 kg CO2e. In 2020, Polaris Management's emissions were approximately 417,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 109,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 44,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 268,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of increasing emissions over the years. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Polaris Management is actively monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company has not committed to any science-based targets or climate pledges, which may reflect a broader industry context where many organisations are still developing their climate strategies.

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Scope 1
109,000
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Scope 2
44,000
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Scope 3
268,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Polaris Management'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. Polaris Management is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Polaris Management is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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