Great West Lifeco
Great-West Lifeco Inc., headquartered in Canada, is a prominent player in the financial services industry, specialising in life insurance, health insurance, and asset management. Founded in 1891, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, with significant operations in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. With a diverse portfolio of core products, including individual and group insurance plans, retirement solutions, and investment management services, Great-West Lifeco distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer-centric innovation and financial security. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position, making it one of the leading insurance and financial services providers in the region.
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Great West Lifeco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Great West Lifeco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 74,997,710 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 11,022,880 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 145,500,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The company has set a long-term net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target to be achieved by 2050 for its financed emissions, with interim targets currently under development. In previous years, Great West Lifeco achieved a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2007 to 2015, specifically for its Canadian corporate head office properties. More recently, they have targeted an 8% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2013 to 2020, excluding certain emissions sources such as corporate jets and refrigerants. The company discloses emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy.
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| 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,979,010 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,463,290 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,208,020 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Great West Lifeco 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.
