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Financial Intermediation
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updated 8 days ago

Square 1 Financial, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Square 1 Financial, Inc., a prominent player in the financial services industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates across key regions nationwide. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative financial solutions tailored for growth-oriented businesses, particularly in the technology and life sciences sectors. Square 1 Financial offers a range of specialised services, including venture debt, equity financing, and treasury management, designed to meet the unique needs of startups and emerging companies. Its commitment to understanding client requirements and delivering customised financial strategies sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for fostering long-term partnerships, Square 1 Financial continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted financial ally for entrepreneurs and investors alike.

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How does Square 1 Financial, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Square 1 Financial, Inc.'s score of 25 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Square 1 Financial, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Square 1 Financial, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is identified as a merged entity, inheriting emissions data from its parent organisation, Banc of California, Inc. However, no specific emissions numbers or reduction targets have been disclosed. As part of its climate commitments, Square 1 Financial, Inc. has not outlined any specific reduction initiatives or targets, including those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The lack of detailed emissions data and reduction strategies suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing its climate action framework. In the context of the financial services industry, it is increasingly important for organisations to establish clear carbon reduction commitments and transparent reporting practices. Square 1 Financial, Inc. will need to consider these factors to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations regarding climate action.

How Carbon Intensive is Square 1 Financial, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Square 1 Financial, Inc.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Square 1 Financial, Inc.'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 Square 1 Financial, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Square 1 Financial, Inc.'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.

Square 1 Financial, Inc. 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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