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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.
71
DitchCarbon score
+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.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.096
20182025
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Softbank's reported carbon emissions
Softbank, a Japanese financial intermediation services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.94 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This includes about 10.68 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 395.92 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 11.55 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, Softbank's total emissions were approximately 9.82 billion kg CO2e, 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. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 9.96 billion kg CO2e, comprising 15.13 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 576.75 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 9.37 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Softbank has set a commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from its own business processes and energy consumption (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, in line with its "Carbon-Neutral 2030 Declaration." This commitment was reiterated in their 2023 and 2024 sustainability reports and was initially announced in May 2021 by SoftBank Corp.
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Softbank’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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