Aviva plc, a leading insurance and financial services provider, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1696, Aviva has established itself as a prominent player in the insurance industry, offering a diverse range of products and services across life, general, and health insurance sectors. With a strong presence in the UK, Ireland, and Canada, Aviva serves millions of customers, providing tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to insurance, including digital platforms that enhance customer experience. Aviva's commitment to sustainability and responsible investment further distinguishes it in the market. As one of the largest insurers in the UK, Aviva has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer service and product excellence, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the financial services landscape.
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In 2023, Aviva reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,127,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,082,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,669,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,045,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 9,722,000 kg CO2e. Aviva has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with their commitment to achieve Net Zero operations by 2030 and to utilise 100% renewable electricity by 2025. Additionally, they aim for a 60% reduction in the carbon intensity of their investment portfolio by 2030. The company has been a carbon-neutral entity since 2006 and aspires to reach Net Zero across all scopes by 2040. Aviva's climate strategy is supported by their participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring their targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 12,366,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,381,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 9,961,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Aviva is participating in some 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.