Octopus Group

Octopus Group is a dynamic, rapidly expanding conglomerate with a focus on innovation in diverse sectors like energy, finance, and real estate. The company invests in groundbreaking ventures on a global level. They’re not only disrupting traditional industries but also contributing to a more sustainable world.

Net Zero by 2030

Octopus Group has committed to becoming a Net Zero organization by the year 2030. This ambitious goal presents a considerable challenge: the need for a reliable and efficient system to measure the carbon footprint of both their operations and their investment portfolio. Given the intricate nature of their business and the diversity of companies they invest in, accurate and consistent data collection was a significant hurdle.

Turning to Minimum

To overcome these challenges, Octopus Group partnered with Minimum, leveraging their advanced technological platform for sustainability. Minimum helps Octopus Group establish internal processes for data collection, allocate responsibilities, and monitor data effectively. The web-based tools provided by Minimum allowed Octopus to swiftly and seamlessly collect emissions data from all their venture investments.

"Minimum’s platform automated the calculation and tracking of Octopus' operational emissions and those of their larger portfolio companies."

Strategies led by insights

Minimum's comprehensive dashboard offers Octopus Group the ability to consistently monitor their carbon footprint. This aided in the creation of a strategic roadmap for carbon reduction. The platform aggregates data from multiple sources, providing a complete view of Octopus Group's carbon footprint and enabling them to concentrate their reduction efforts where they would be most impactful.

A transparent future

With Minimum's solutions, Octopus Group can now effectively communicate their sustainability progress to all stakeholders, ranging from external investors to environmentally conscious employees. This has not only improved their emissions monitoring capabilities but also fostered a culture of transparency and accountability within the organization.

"Minimum really understands our complex business model. The solution calculates and tracks our footprint, shows our progress, and highlights where we can have the most material impact."

Armed with robust data collection and analysis tools from Minimum, Octopus Group is well-positioned to achieve its Net Zero goal by 2030. Their journey serves as a compelling example of how data-driven decision-making can be a powerful tool in the quest for a more sustainable future.