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Axcel

Axcel, officially known as Axcel Management, is a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1994, the company has built a strong reputation across the Nordic region, focusing on investments in mid-sized companies within various industries, including technology, healthcare, and consumer goods. With a commitment to fostering growth and innovation, Axcel offers a unique blend of strategic guidance and operational expertise, helping portfolio companies achieve their full potential. The firm has successfully completed numerous investments and exits, solidifying its position as a leader in the private equity landscape. Notable achievements include a diverse portfolio that showcases Axcel's ability to drive value and create sustainable businesses in an ever-evolving market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Axcel'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.

27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Axcel's score of 27 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Axcel's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Axcel reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 537,854,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were about 11,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 21,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Notably, there were no reported Scope 1 emissions. Axcel has set ambitious near-term targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for reductions consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. These targets encompass 100% of its total investment and lending activities, based on invested capital as of 2020. The company is committed to achieving these reductions by 2025, reflecting its dedication to addressing climate change within its operational framework. As a financial institution based in Denmark, Axcel's climate commitments are crucial in the context of the broader financial sector's role in promoting sustainable practices and investments.

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2022
Scope 1
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Scope 2
11,000
Scope 3
537,854,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Axcel's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Axcel is in DK, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Axcel is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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