Admiral Group plc, commonly known as Admiral, is a leading provider of insurance and pension funding services based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Cardiff, GB, Admiral has established itself as a prominent player in the insurance industry, particularly in car insurance, home insurance, and travel insurance.
With a commitment to innovation, Admiral has introduced unique offerings such as multi-car insurance and a user-friendly online platform, setting it apart from competitors. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first insurers to offer a price comparison service. Admiral's strong market position is underscored by its consistent growth and recognition for customer service excellence, making it a trusted choice for millions of policyholders across the UK and beyond.
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Industry Intensity
Insurance Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Insurance Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Admiral's reported carbon emissions
Admiral Group Plc, a UK-based insurance and pension funding services company, has disclosed its carbon emissions and set ambitious climate commitments.
In 2025, Admiral reported approximately 593,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and around 584,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 market-based emissions. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 2,352,000 kg CO2e. The total market-based Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,178,000 kg CO2e, with total disclosed emissions for 2025 estimated to be around 3,525,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1 + Scope 2 market-based + Scope 3).
For 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 538,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 532,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 2,455,000 kg CO2e. The total market-based Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to approximately 1,071,000 kg CO2e, with total disclosed emissions for 2024 estimated to be around 3,526,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1 + Scope 2 market-based + Scope 3).
Admiral Group Plc has committed to a significant reduction in its environmental impact. The company pledges to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions are consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C, as verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). While not explicitly stated as a net-zero commitment by a specific date, Admiral's SBTi near-term targets aim for 1.5°C alignment.
Earlier emissions data includes:
- 2023: Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,087,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1,935,000 kg CO2e.
- 2022: Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,660,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 1,366,000 kg CO2e.
- 2021: Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 2,118,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were about 914,000 kg CO2e.
- 2020: Total emissions were approximately 2,044,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 605,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 909,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 530,000 kg CO2e.
- 2019: Total emissions were approximately 3,833,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 675,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,243,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,915,000 kg CO2e.
- 2013: Total emissions were approximately 8,163,000 kg CO2e, broken down into Scope 1 (approximately 36,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 6,795,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (approximately 1,332,000 kg CO2e).
Admiral Group Plc's data is not cascaded from a parent organisation; it reports its own emissions and targets. The company's primary industry classification is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66).
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Admiral’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
70% reduction in all scopes
Scope 1 and 2: Admiral Group Plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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