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Case Study
From rough estimates to precise action: CO2 footprinting for Gilde Healthcare
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Gilde Healthcare is a leading European private equity firm focused on healthcare investments, supporting innovative companies that improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.
Private Equity
1982
150-200
Utrecht, The Netherlands
Gilde Healthcare needed comprehensive CO2 footprint calculations for two of their private equity portfolio companies to meet regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
Key questions they faced:
Where are the biggest emission sources across their portfolio?
How to comply with upcoming CSRD regulations?
What methodology works best for private equity: spend-based or activity-based analysis?
Led comprehensive footprint calculation using spend-based methodology for both portfolio companies
Built internal capacity through hands-on training and knowledge transfer
Defined clear scope and strategy in collaboration with Regreener's experts
Prioritized complex supplier emissions - the key challenge for private equity portfolios
Collected primary data from main suppliers; used reliable estimates when data unavailable
Delivered complete emissions overview across all relevant scopes, aligned with GHG Protocol standards
Enhanced accuracy: precise carbon footprint measurements based on actual operational data, replacing rough industry estimate
Strategic insights: clear understanding of emission sources with actionable reduction opportunities for each portfolio company
Competitive advantage: better ESG metrics and sustainability credentials for portfolio companies and Gilde Healthcare
Scalable expertise: portfolio teams equipped with knowledge and frameworks for ongoing sustainability improvements across all investments
