Aquila Capital
Aquila Capital, headquartered in Germany, is a prominent investment management firm specialising in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy. Founded in 2001, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, with significant operations in key markets such as the UK, Spain, and Scandinavia. The firm focuses on core areas including renewable energy investments, energy efficiency, and sustainable real estate, offering unique solutions that align with global sustainability goals. Aquila Capital is recognised for its innovative approach to asset management, leveraging extensive market expertise to deliver long-term value. With a commitment to responsible investing, Aquila Capital has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the sustainable investment landscape. Its dedication to environmental stewardship and financial performance sets it apart in the competitive investment industry.
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Aquila Capital's score of 26 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aquila Capital's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aquila Capital reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,930,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 401,000 kg CO2e, which comprise mobile combustion (179,000 kg CO2e), process emissions (170,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (1,085,980 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (170,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 487,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased heat (163,000 kg CO2e) and purchased electricity (324,000 kg CO2e). The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to approximately 2,042,000 kg CO2e, with major contributions from business travel (1,226,000 kg CO2e) and employee commute (258,000 kg CO2e). Over the past few years, Aquila Capital has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with total emissions rising from about 2,021,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 2,930,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these increases, the company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at mitigating its carbon footprint. Aquila Capital's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, although specific pledges or targets have not been outlined. The company operates within a global context where many organisations are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality, aligning with broader industry trends towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 174,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 232,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,204,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Aquila Capital is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
