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Softcat

Softcat plc, a leading IT infrastructure and services provider, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1993, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including London, Manchester, and Bristol. Specialising in software licensing, cloud solutions, and IT security, Softcat is renowned for its customer-centric approach and innovative service delivery. With a commitment to excellence, Softcat has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as one of the UK's top employers and a consistent ranking among the best IT resellers. Their unique offerings, such as tailored IT solutions and expert consultancy, set them apart in a competitive market. As a trusted partner for numerous organisations, Softcat continues to drive digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency for its clients.

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99

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Softcat's score of 99 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Softcat's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Softcat reported total carbon emissions of approximately 366,650,240 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 366,243,010 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 95,620 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 311,610 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 357,848,990 kg CO2e. Softcat has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 45% reduction in gross emissions by 2030, relative to a 2021 baseline. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and applies to all scopes of emissions (1, 2, and 3). Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute emissions by 90% by 2040. These initiatives reflect Softcat's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the software and services sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Softcat's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), 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 Softcat is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Softcat 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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