Paine Schwartz Partners, a leading private equity firm headquartered in the United States, specialises in the agribusiness and food sectors. Founded in 2006, the firm has established a strong presence in North America and Europe, focusing on investments that drive innovation and sustainability within the industry. With a unique approach to value creation, Paine Schwartz Partners combines deep sector expertise with a commitment to operational excellence, enabling portfolio companies to thrive in a competitive landscape. The firm is recognised for its strategic investments in companies that enhance food production, processing, and distribution, positioning itself as a key player in the global agribusiness market. Notable achievements include a robust track record of successful exits and partnerships that have significantly advanced the sustainability agenda in food systems.
How does Paine Schwartz Partners'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.
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Paine Schwartz Partners's score of 32 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Paine Schwartz Partners reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,577,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,401,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reduction in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 10,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,430,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,691,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,954,000 kg CO2e. Paine Schwartz Partners achieved a remarkable 69% reduction in its carbon footprint for Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2021 to 2022, alongside a 16% decrease in electricity consumption across its facilities during the same period. This commitment to sustainability is evident in their ongoing efforts to lower emissions and improve energy efficiency. The firm has not reported any Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) reduction targets, nor does it appear to inherit emissions data from a parent company. All emissions data is directly reported by Paine Schwartz Partners, LLC.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 479,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 510,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Paine Schwartz Partners 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.
