Sofina
Sofina, officially known as Sofina SA, is a prominent investment company headquartered in Belgium. Established in 1997, Sofina has carved a niche in the private equity and venture capital sectors, focusing on long-term investments across various industries, including technology, consumer goods, and healthcare. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, the firm has successfully built a diverse portfolio that reflects its commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. Sofina's unique approach combines strategic partnerships with a deep understanding of market dynamics, allowing it to identify and nurture high-potential companies. Notable achievements include significant investments in leading firms that have transformed their respective markets. As a key player in the investment landscape, Sofina continues to enhance its market position through a disciplined investment strategy and a focus on value creation.
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Industry Benchmark
Sofina's score of 33 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sofina's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sofina reported total carbon emissions of approximately 216,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 55,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 838,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, which includes about 681,000 kg CO2e from business travel. This marks a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 191,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and a significant rise in Scope 3 emissions from 619,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Sofina has set near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway, covering 48% of its total investment and lending by asset value as of 2022. These targets are designed to ensure that emissions from company operations (Scopes 1 and 2) are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming. However, Sofina has not committed to a net-zero target as of now. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while navigating the complexities of its diverse financial operations in Belgium and beyond.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 192,700 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,200 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 87,800 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Sofina 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.
