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SoFi

SoFi, officially known as Social Finance, Inc., is a leading financial technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2011, SoFi has rapidly established itself in the fintech industry, primarily focusing on personal finance, student and personal loans, mortgage refinancing, and investment services. With a commitment to empowering individuals to achieve financial independence, SoFi offers unique products such as its SoFi Invest platform and SoFi Money cash management account. Operating across major regions in the US, SoFi has achieved significant milestones, including its public listing in 2021 through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Renowned for its user-friendly digital experience and comprehensive financial solutions, SoFi has positioned itself as a trusted partner for millions seeking to manage their finances effectively.

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42

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

SoFi's score of 42 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SoFi's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SoFi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,387,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 328,300 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,730,300 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel (about 1,453,500 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 874,900 kg CO2e). SoFi has set ambitious near-term climate commitments, aiming for greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions as part of their journey towards net zero. These initiatives are scheduled to be implemented between 2023 and 2025, although specific reduction percentages have not been disclosed. In 2022, SoFi's emissions were lower, with total emissions of approximately 2,449,700 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 352,500 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,049,200 kg CO2e (market-based). This indicates a significant increase in emissions in 2023, highlighting the need for effective climate strategies moving forward. Overall, SoFi's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects a growing awareness of climate impact within the financial services industry, aligning with global sustainability trends.

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20222023
Scope 1
352,500
000,000
Scope 2
2,049,200
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SoFi's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), 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 SoFi is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SoFi is not participating in any 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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