Hiscox
Hiscox Ltd, a leading specialist insurer, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1901, Hiscox has established a strong reputation in the insurance industry, focusing on providing tailored coverage for businesses and individuals. The company is renowned for its core products, including professional indemnity, property, and liability insurance, which are designed to meet the unique needs of various sectors. Hiscox distinguishes itself through its commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative underwriting practices. With a robust market position, Hiscox has received numerous accolades for its performance and reliability, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the insurance landscape.
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Hiscox's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hiscox reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,190,900 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 549,400 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,029,400 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 22,612,100 kg CO2e. In the UK, Hiscox's emissions for 2024 were approximately 4,425,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 650,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 adjusted baseline as a reference point. Hiscox's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are derived directly from their own reporting. The company is committed to addressing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 615,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,111,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,347,900 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Hiscox is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
