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Scottish Equity Partners Sustainability Profile

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Scottish Equity Partners (SEP) is a leading venture capital and private equity firm headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1991, SEP has built a strong reputation for investing in high-growth technology and healthcare companies across the UK and Europe. With a focus on sectors such as software, digital media, and life sciences, the firm has successfully supported numerous businesses in scaling their operations and achieving market leadership. SEP's unique approach combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to fostering innovation, making it a preferred partner for entrepreneurs. Over the years, the firm has achieved notable milestones, including significant exits and a robust portfolio of successful investments. As a prominent player in the private equity landscape, Scottish Equity Partners continues to drive value and growth in the companies it supports, solidifying its position as a trusted investment partner.

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How does Scottish Equity 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.

32

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

Scottish Equity Partners's score of 32 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Scottish Equity Partners's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Scottish Equity Partners (SEP) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 228,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 8,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 1 emissions were recorded at zero. The majority of their emissions, approximately 220,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, indicating significant indirect emissions associated with their value chain. Currently, SEP has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they participate in frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their climate commitments remain unspecified, reflecting a broader industry context where many firms are increasingly focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction. As a firm headquartered in Great Britain, SEP's emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organization. This highlights their individual approach to managing and reporting carbon emissions within the investment sector.

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2022
Scope 1
-
Scope 2
8,000
Scope 3
220,000

How Carbon Intensive is Scottish Equity Partners's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Scottish Equity Partners'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 Scottish Equity Partners is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Scottish Equity Partners'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.

Scottish Equity 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.

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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