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SoftBank Group Corp., commonly known as SoftBank, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1981, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Specialising in investment management and technology-driven financial solutions, SoftBank is renowned for its unique approach to venture capital and private equity, particularly through its Vision Fund, which has made substantial investments in innovative companies worldwide.
With a strong market position, SoftBank has achieved notable milestones, including its role in shaping the global technology landscape. The company's commitment to fostering innovation and its strategic partnerships have solidified its reputation as a leader in the financial services industry.
+34 vs industry average
Softbank’s score of 71 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Softbank, a Japanese financial intermediation services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.94 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 10.68 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 395.92 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 11.55 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, Softbank's emissions were lower, with Scope 1 at 7.48 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 526.77 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 9.29 billion kg CO2e. Looking back to 2022, Scope 1 emissions were 15.13 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 were 576.75 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 were 9.37 billion kg CO2e.
Softbank has set ambitious climate commitments, notably its "Carbon-Neutral 2030 Declaration". Under this declaration, Softbank Corp. aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its own business processes and energy consumption to virtually zero by 2030. This near-term net-zero target specifically covers Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, there is a commitment for "all scopes" to achieve net-zero carbon by 2030, inherited from Arm, a related entity. Softbank is working towards achieving zero GHG emissions from its business activities and electricity consumption by FY2030.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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