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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 prominent information technology infrastructure and services provider, offering tailored IT solutions to businesses and public sector organizations across the United Kingdom and Irela...

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.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Softcat’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2023
b. Softcat's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Softcat's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofSoftcat amounted to407.23metric 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 Softcatdecreased 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 311.61 tCOâ‚‚e 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) 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 8of 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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 emissionshave 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 tCOâ‚‚e(82.48%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 60,380.05 tCOâ‚‚e(16.49%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 2,308.2 tCOâ‚‚e(0.63%)

Softcat's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

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

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

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

Softcat's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00050,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)101001,0005,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)MWSSRGJPKMMMidwich GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,500 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,653Scope 1 Intensity: 0.91 tCO2e/$MOxford InstrumentsYear: 2024Scope 1: 425 tCO2eRevenue: $M 594Scope 1 Intensity: 0.72 tCO2e/$MSerco GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 24,731 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,008Scope 1 Intensity: 4.12 tCO2e/$MEndavaYear: 2024Scope 1: 536 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,259Scope 1 Intensity: 0.43 tCO2e/$MAuction Technology GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13 tCO2eRevenue: $M 174Scope 1 Intensity: 0.07 tCO2e/$MRenishawYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 979Scope 1 Intensity: 3.21 tCO2e/$MWiseYear: 2024Scope 1: 215 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,940Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MWWWAG Payment SolutionsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,552 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,014Scope 1 Intensity: 1.27 tCO2e/$MComputacenterYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,939 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,742Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MSSSDI GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 696 tCO2eRevenue: $M 83Scope 1 Intensity: 8.42 tCO2e/$MSSSolid StateYear: 2025Scope 1: 156 tCO2eRevenue: $M 162Scope 1 Intensity: 0.96 tCO2e/$MDiageoYear: 2025Scope 1: 369,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,949Scope 1 Intensity: 24.68 tCO2e/$MArm HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 941 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,006Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MBytes Technology GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 92 tCO2eRevenue: $M 274Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MRRRobert WaltersYear: 2024Scope 1: 570 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,119Scope 1 Intensity: 0.51 tCO2e/$MGGGB GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 7 tCO2eRevenue: $M 350Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MJJJudges ScientificYear: 2024Scope 1: 241 tCO2eRevenue: $M 168Scope 1 Intensity: 1.44 tCO2e/$MPPPaysafeYear: 2024Scope 1: 94 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,705Scope 1 Intensity: 0.06 tCO2e/$MClarivateYear: 2024Scope 1: 233 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,558Scope 1 Intensity: 0.09 tCO2e/$MKKK3 Business Technology GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 52 tCO2eRevenue: $M 29Scope 1 Intensity: 1.76 tCO2e/$MdiscoverIE GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,546 tCO2eRevenue: $M 552Scope 1 Intensity: 2.80 tCO2e/$MIQEYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,455 tCO2eRevenue: $M 148Scope 1 Intensity: 23.33 tCO2e/$MSpectrisYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,630Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$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 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.91, 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 4 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) 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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