- Data limitations in obtaining comprehensive ESG data, particularly for smaller companies in the portfolio.
- Transitional climate risks for some portfolio companies, especially those in high-emission sectors like semiconductors.
- Physical climate risks, such as floods, wildfires, and typhoons, impacting some portfolio companies and their supply chains.
- Uncertainty in government policies regarding climate change and the speed of the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Herald Investment Trust PLC
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Herald Investment Trust PLC disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 22.6K tCO2e (Scope 1&2 reported); 108238 tCO2e (Scope 1 2 & 3 estimated). By scope: Scope 3: 85.6K tCO2e (estimated). 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
22.6K tCO2e (Scope 1&2 reported); 108238 tCO2e (Scope 1 2 & 3 estimated)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 85.6K tCO2e (estimated) |
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 | 22.6K tCO2e (Scope 1&2 reported); 108238 tCO2e (Scope 1 2 & 3 estimated) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 60% of high-risk sectors reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2030
- 45% emissions reduction plan by value in high-risk sectors by 2030
- 60% of total portfolio reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2030
- 38% emissions reduction plan by value for total portfolio by 2030
📅 Medium-term
- 90% of high-risk sectors reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2040
- 90% emissions reduction plan by value in high-risk sectors by 2040
- 90% of total portfolio reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2040
- 50% emissions reduction plan by value for total portfolio by 2040
🔭 Long-term
- 100% of high-risk sectors reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2040
- 100% emissions reduction plan by value in high-risk sectors by 2040
- 100% of total portfolio reporting Scope 1&2 emissions by value by 2040
- 90% emissions reduction plan by value for total portfolio by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change