Normative vs Aleph Alpha

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Normative is a Swedish climate technology company founded in 2014 that has raised $35M to provide corporate carbon accounting software based on the most comprehensive emissions factor database available. The company's platform enables businesses to calculate their full greenhouse gas footprint using spend-based, activity-based, and supplier-specific methodologies, covering the complete Scope 1, 2, and 3 inventory required for science-based target setting. Normative operates a proprietary emissions factor database with over 40 million data points that is widely recognized as one of the most comprehensive available, enabling more accurate indirect emissions calculations from procurement and supply chain data. The company targets mid-market and enterprise companies in Europe that are preparing for mandatory sustainability reporting under the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. Normative provides both software and advisory services to guide companies through target setting, supply chain engagement, and reporting. The company has built particularly strong capabilities for financial institutions calculating financed emissions in investment and lending portfolios, an emerging requirement under the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials framework.