Gimv, officially known as Gimv NV, is a prominent investment company headquartered in Belgium. Established in 1980, Gimv has built a strong reputation in the private equity and venture capital sectors, focusing on various industries including healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. With a strategic presence across Europe, particularly in Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, Gimv has successfully managed a diverse portfolio of investments. The firm is renowned for its unique approach to value creation, combining financial expertise with operational support to drive growth in its portfolio companies. Notable achievements include a series of successful exits and partnerships that have solidified its market position as a leading player in the investment landscape. Gimv continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the evolving investment industry.
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In 2025, Gimv reported total carbon emissions of approximately 258,286,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 234,786,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 21,141,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 2,359,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 23,500 kg CO2e. In 2024, Gimv's total emissions were approximately 15,845,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 21,896,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 288,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 133,674,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Gimv's total emissions were reported at approximately 177,252,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 26,104,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,254,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for this year were around 148,894,000 kg CO2e. Gimv has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from a parent organisation, as it operates independently in this regard. Overall, Gimv's emissions profile highlights a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage, indicating a need for comprehensive strategies to address climate impact across its value chain.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,976,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 417,000 | 00,000 | 000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Gimv's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 76% last year and increased by approximately 58% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Gimv 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.
