- Scarcity of sustainability data in private markets (less than 30% of regulatory data received for over 1,300 investments)
- Climate-related physical risks (extreme weather events) and transition risks (regulatory changes, market shifts) affecting portfolio performance
- Data security and privacy risks
- Diversity and inclusion challenges in the technology industry
Partners Group Holding AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Partners Group Holding AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3). By scope: Scope 1: 608 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 973 tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 10.9K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
13.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 608 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 973 tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 10.9K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 13.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3) |
| 2022 | 12.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved net zero emissions by 2030 in all corporate activities
- Denver office powered by renewable energy
- Expanded Sustainability Strategy to include full investment portfolio (100% of AuM)
- More than 60 portfolio companies with active carbon-reduction initiatives aligned with the Paris Agreement
- 7.5bn USD committed to investing in renewables
- 28.8% GHG emissions reduction (baseline: 2019, Scope 1, 2, 3)
- 13,579 tons of CO2e removed and stored (9,829 nature-based, 3,750 technology-based)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025 (example from report)
- Reduce Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025
- Achieve net zero corporate GHG emissions by 2030
- Complete new global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland by end of 2024
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030 (example from report)
- Reduce GHG emissions by at least 50% by 2035 (Gren)
- Achieve 100% sustainably sourced biomass by 2025 (Gren)
- Increase number of charging points to around 1,200 by 2030 (Aparca)
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
- 100% of invested capital expected to be managed in alignment with net zero by 2050 (Private Equity Directs and Private Infrastructure Directs)
- 90% reduction in GHG emissions by 2050 (Breitling)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeHuman rights and labor practicesWorking conditionsHealth and safetyTalent attraction and retentionDiversity, equity and inclusionGood governanceRisk managementCorruption and briberyLegal and regulatory environmentResponsible investmentData and cybersecurity