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A.M. Best Company, Inc.

A.M. Best Company, Inc., commonly referred to as A.M. Best, is a leading global credit rating agency headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1899, the company has established itself as a trusted authority in the insurance industry, providing ratings, research, and data analytics to insurers and financial institutions worldwide. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, A.M. Best focuses on assessing the financial strength and creditworthiness of insurance companies. Its core services include comprehensive ratings, industry reports, and risk assessment tools, which are distinguished by their rigorous methodology and deep industry expertise. Recognised for its commitment to transparency and accuracy, A.M. Best holds a prominent market position, serving as a vital resource for stakeholders seeking to navigate the complexities of the insurance landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does A.M. Best Company, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

A.M. Best Company, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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A.M. Best Company, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

A.M. Best Company, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or climate commitments outlined. Without emissions figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or the scope of their emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3). However, the company may still be engaged in broader industry initiatives aimed at addressing climate change and reducing environmental impact. As the insurance and financial services sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, A.M. Best's future commitments and actions in this area will be crucial for aligning with industry standards and expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. A.M. Best Company, Inc.'s primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. A.M. Best Company, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

A.M. Best Company, Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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