Preqin
Preqin, officially known as Preqin Ltd, is a leading provider of data and intelligence for the alternative assets industry, headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as a trusted resource for private equity, hedge funds, real estate, infrastructure, and private debt sectors, serving clients across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Preqin's core offerings include comprehensive databases, analytical tools, and market insights that empower investment professionals to make informed decisions. What sets Preqin apart is its extensive coverage and depth of data, which is continually updated to reflect the dynamic nature of the alternative assets market. With a strong market position, Preqin is recognised for its commitment to transparency and accuracy, making it an invaluable partner for investors and fund managers alike.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Preqin'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Preqin's score of 19 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Preqin's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Preqin reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,613,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 534,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 14,075,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, and employee commuting. Preqin has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Preqin targets a 48% reduction per value added by 2030, also based on 2021 figures. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Preqin's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects a commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices within the professional services sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 213,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 264,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 313,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Preqin 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.
