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 13 is higher than 78% 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 1,109,000 kg CO2e, comprising 216,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 55,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 838,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents an increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 880,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 191,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 67,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 619,000 kg CO2e. Sofina's emissions data indicates a commitment to transparency, as they disclose emissions across all three scopes. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel, accounted for a significant portion of their total emissions, with 681,000 kg CO2e in 2023. While Sofina has not set specific reduction targets or a net-zero commitment, they are classified as "Committed" to near-term targets, indicating an intention to address their carbon footprint. The company operates within the financial sector in Belgium and is actively engaging in climate initiatives, although specific reduction strategies have not been detailed. Overall, Sofina's emissions profile highlights the challenges faced by financial institutions in managing their carbon impact, particularly in relation to business travel and operational emissions.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| 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.
