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Softcat PLC

Common Name
Softcat
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Technology
Industry
Electronics & Computer Distribution
Employees
2,509
Ticker
SCT
Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Description
Softcat plc is a leading provider of IT infrastructure solutions to corporate and public sector organizations across the UK and internationally. Founded in 1993 by Peter Kelly as Software Catalogue (o...

Softcat's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Softcat completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Softcat has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
95.62a
184.19a
228.55a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
0a
0a
0a
Location-Based
311.61a
378.8a
334.38a
Total Scope 3
366,243.01a
357,286a
383,017.96a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
0.0774a
0.1454a
0.1742a
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a. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Softcat's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Softcat amounted to 407.23 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Softcat decreased by 27.67%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Softcat's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024060120180240tCO2e+178%-19%-48%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Softcat's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Softcat were 95.62 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Softcat reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Softcat's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 16.18%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Softcat's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 48.09%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Softcat's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Softcat reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 0 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 311.61 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Softcat reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Softcat's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Softcat's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Softcat's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 17.74% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Softcat use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Softcat reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Softcat's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024095190285380tCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Softcat's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Softcat reported 366,243.01 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Softcat includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Softcat's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240100 k200 k300 k400 ktCO2e+54%-7%+3%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Softcat's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Softcat reported total Scope 3 emissions of 366,243.01 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 83.5% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 16.5% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Softcat reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Softcat's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 47.06%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Softcat's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Softcat's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Softcat disclose?

In 2024, Softcat reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Softcat's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Softcat's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 302,069.7 tCO₂e (82.48%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 60,380.05 tCO₂e (16.49%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 2,308.2 tCO₂e (0.63%)

Softcat's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(82.5%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(16.5%)

Insights into Softcat’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Softcat reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 95.62 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,235 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.08 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Softcat's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51001,00020,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)GrodnoYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,771 tCO2eRevenue: $M 298Scope 1 Intensity: 9.29 tCO2e/$MBoreoYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,175 tCO2eRevenue: $M 139Scope 1 Intensity: 8.42 tCO2e/$MEsprinetYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,211 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,046Scope 1 Intensity: 0.24 tCO2e/$MWeikeng IndustrialYear: 2024Scope 1: 51 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,740Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MChang Wah ElectromaterialsYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,606 tCO2eRevenue: $M 538Scope 1 Intensity: 6.71 tCO2e/$MDaiwabo HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,251 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,582Scope 1 Intensity: 0.17 tCO2e/$MSpectrisYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,630Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$MArrow ElectronicsYear: 2025Scope 1: 6,155 tCO2eRevenue: $M 30,852Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MRexelYear: 2024Scope 1: 72,515 tCO2eRevenue: $M 20,068Scope 1 Intensity: 3.61 tCO2e/$MTD SynnexYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,778 tCO2eRevenue: $M 58,449Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MFoxconn TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,431 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,315Scope 1 Intensity: 6.23 tCO2e/$MMacnica HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 162 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,782Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MSynnex Technology InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,050 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,005Scope 1 Intensity: 0.31 tCO2e/$MWPG HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,230 tCO2eRevenue: $M 26,905Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MAvnetYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,759Scope 1 Intensity: 0.35 tCO2e/$MSolar A/SYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,399 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,916Scope 1 Intensity: 0.73 tCO2e/$MSynnex (Thailand)Year: 2024Scope 1: 189 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,220Scope 1 Intensity: 0.15 tCO2e/$MIngdanYear: 2024Scope 1: 8 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,385Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MQuest HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,356 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,729Scope 1 Intensity: 0.78 tCO2e/$MWah Lee IndustrialYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,198 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,443Scope 1 Intensity: 1.31 tCO2e/$MPC ConnectionYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,087 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,802Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MTopco ScientificYear: 2024Scope 1: 320 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,740Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MH&T Intelligent ControlYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,753 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,324Scope 1 Intensity: 1.32 tCO2e/$MMidwich GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,500 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,653Scope 1 Intensity: 0.91 tCO2e/$MSoftcatYear: 2024Scope 1: 96 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,235Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$M

How does Softcat's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Softcat reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.08 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.37, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Softcat rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Softcat ranked 5 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

This places Softcat among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a

Insights into Softcat's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Softcat reported a total carbon footprint of 366,650.24 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.46% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Softcat's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.89% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.08%.a

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