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SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC, officially known as SOCOTEC UK Ltd, is a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2017, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across the UK and Europe, solidifying its position in the construction, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. With a focus on delivering high-quality solutions, SOCOTEC offers a diverse range of services, including geotechnical testing, environmental monitoring, and building consultancy. Their commitment to innovation and compliance sets them apart in a competitive market, ensuring clients receive reliable and accurate results. Recognised for their expertise and dedication, SOCOTEC has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and certifications. Their reputation for excellence makes them a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance safety and sustainability in their projects.

DitchCarbon Score

How does SOCOTEC'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 Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

SOCOTEC's score of 20 is lower than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SOCOTEC's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, SOCOTEC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,265,900 kg CO2e in Great Britain, which includes 6,512,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (primarily from mobile and stationary combustion), 753,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity), and 2,088,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions (business travel and employee commuting). The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 7,265,900 kg CO2e. In 2021, SOCOTEC's emissions were approximately 6,393,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, with significant contributions from mobile combustion and purchased electricity. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a need for further transparency in its sustainability strategy. SOCOTEC's emissions intensity has shown a slight decrease from 0.0000515 kg CO2e per £ million in 2022 to 0.0000374 kg CO2e per £ million in 2023, reflecting an ongoing effort to improve efficiency. However, without formal reduction targets or pledges, the company's long-term climate strategy remains unclear.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SOCOTEC's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 SOCOTEC is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SOCOTEC is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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