Ratos
Ratos AB, commonly referred to as Ratos, is a prominent investment company headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1866, Ratos has evolved into a key player in the private equity sector, focusing on acquiring and developing medium-sized companies across various industries. With a strong operational presence in the Nordic region, Ratos has successfully navigated significant milestones, including a diverse portfolio that spans sectors such as construction, consumer goods, and technology. Ratos distinguishes itself through its hands-on approach to management and value creation, offering tailored support to its portfolio companies. The firm is recognised for its strategic investments and has achieved notable success in enhancing operational efficiency and driving growth. As a leader in the investment landscape, Ratos continues to solidify its market position through innovative strategies and a commitment to sustainable development.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ratos'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Ratos's score of 53 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ratos's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ratos reported total carbon emissions of approximately 979,802,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled about 912,518,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions includes Scope 1 at approximately 14,848,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 27,566,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel accounted for around 47,000 kg CO2e within Scope 3. Ratos has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to reducing its carbon footprint. The company is actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), having set a long-term target to align with global climate goals. Over the years, Ratos has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its emissions, with a notable decrease in Scope 3 emissions from approximately 255,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to about 23,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This reduction highlights the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices within its operations and supply chain. Ratos's headquarters is located in Sweden, where it operates within the trading companies and distributors sector, further emphasising its role in promoting sustainable business practices in the region.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | - | - | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 484,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
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.
Ratos 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.
