Sos, officially known as Sos International, is a leading provider of security and risk management solutions, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, specialising in crisis management, travel security, and intelligence services. Sos is renowned for its innovative approach to risk mitigation, offering unique services such as real-time threat monitoring and tailored security solutions that cater to diverse client needs. With a commitment to excellence, the company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major corporations and government agencies. Recognised for its expertise in the security industry, Sos continues to maintain a competitive edge, positioning itself as a trusted partner for organisations seeking to navigate complex security landscapes.
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Sos's score of 26 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, SOS Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,106,100 kg CO2e. This figure includes 146,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are associated with purchased electricity, heat, and steam, while the majority of emissions, about 3,905,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 3,186,900 kg CO2e), business travel (about 413,800 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (approximately 175,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, SOS Limited's total emissions were approximately 4,373,400 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The Scope 2 emissions for 2022 were reported at 129,200 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled around 4,177,900 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, SOS Limited has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor does it appear to inherit emissions data from a parent company. The organisation's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as no formal initiatives or targets have been outlined in the available data.
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.
Sos 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.

