- Managing and improving ESG impacts as an investment fund with minimal direct impact.
- Encouraging laggard portfolio companies to improve on key sustainability issues.
Witan Investment Trust
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Witan Investment Trust disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 12.4 tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 3.7 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 8.7 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
12.4 tCO2e/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 3.7 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 8.7 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Calculated carbon footprint for the first time in 2022 (12.4 tCO2e), with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 3.7 tCO2e and Scope 3 at 8.7 tCO2e.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop and define NZAM commitments in more detail, focusing on reducing carbon risk and intensity of portfolio.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions for Witan and its portfolio by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Carbon Footprint ReductionResponsible InvestmentEngagement with Fund ManagersPortfolio Company Sustainability