Cogo

Cogo, originally founded as "Conscious Consumers" in New Zealand, has developed into a globally recognized expert in carbon management. The company is on a mission to make individual and business spending more conscious, thereby reducing the impact on climate change.

Cogo offers innovative solutions for managing carbon footprints, designed for both individuals and businesses.

• Personal Carbon Manager: This solution integrates market-specific carbon data and behavioral science techniques to provide personalized incentives that motivate customers to reduce their carbon emissions. This solution is often integrated into mobile banking apps to reach millions of customers[2][4].
• Business Carbon Manager: This solution helps businesses transition to lower carbon output and provides banks with valuable insights for improved climate-related reporting and decision-making. It allows for seamless integration with accounting software like Xero[2][4].

Cogo's mission is to support hundreds of millions of individuals and businesses worldwide to be more conscious of the impact of their spending on people and the planet. The company is committed to creating a fairer and more sustainable world and strives to ensure that future generations inherit a livable environment[2][3].

Cogo has been a certified B-Corporation and a Living Wage certified employer in both countries, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, since 2019. These certifications reflect the company's commitment to ethical business practices and social responsibility[3].

Cogo has set ambitious sustainability goals:

• Carbon Emission Reduction: The company aims to reduce its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 and by 90% by 2050, in line with the latest 1.5°C pathway guidelines. Cogo is also a Toitū Carbon Reduce certified company and a signatory of the NZ Climate Leaders’ Coalition[3].
• Partnerships and Integrations: Cogo works closely with leading banks and financial institutions such as NatWest, Commonwealth Bank, ING, and Santander to integrate carbon management solutions into banking apps. These partnerships enable reaching millions of customers and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes[1][2].