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Sophos Group Limited Sustainability Profile

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Sophos Group Limited, commonly referred to as Sophos, is a leading cybersecurity firm headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1985, the company has established a strong presence in the global cybersecurity landscape, with major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in advanced threat protection, endpoint security, and network security, Sophos offers a unique blend of innovative solutions designed to safeguard businesses from evolving cyber threats. Their core products, including Sophos Intercept X and Sophos XG Firewall, are renowned for their cutting-edge technology and user-friendly interfaces. With a commitment to delivering comprehensive security solutions, Sophos has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for organisations seeking robust cybersecurity measures. The company continues to lead the industry with its proactive approach to threat detection and response.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Sophos Group Limited's score of 26 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sophos Group Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, Sophos Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,894,700 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 320,000 kg CO2e, primarily from direct operations, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,457,300 kg CO2e, which are associated with purchased electricity. Notably, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass business travel, accounted for around 5,117,400 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2017, the company recorded total emissions of about 9,444,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 251,800 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 4,681,900 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 4,510,900 kg CO2e. In 2016, total emissions were approximately 9,052,100 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 207,200 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 4,819,700 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 4,025,200 kg CO2e. Despite these emissions figures, Sophos Group Limited has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from a parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from Sophos Group Limited's disclosures.

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201620172018
Scope 1
207,200
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000,000
Scope 2
4,819,700
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
4,025,200
0,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sophos Group Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sophos Group Limited's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sophos Group Limited's Location?

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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 Sophos Group Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sophos Group Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sophos Group Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 13% last year and increased by approximately 27% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 52% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2018
Business Travel
100%

Sophos Group Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sophos Group Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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