Admiral
Admiral Group plc, commonly known as Admiral, is a leading insurance provider headquartered in Cardiff, GB. Founded in 1993, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the UK insurance market, particularly in car insurance, home insurance, and travel insurance. With a focus on innovation and customer service, Admiral has introduced unique offerings such as multi-car insurance, which allows families to save on premiums by insuring multiple vehicles under one policy. Over the years, Admiral has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the London Stock Exchange in 2004. The company is renowned for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top insurers in the UK. With a commitment to transparency and competitive pricing, Admiral continues to set itself apart in the insurance industry, serving millions of customers across the UK and beyond.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Admiral'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Admiral's score of 43 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Admiral's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Admiral Group Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,200,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,507,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 585,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1,977,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, Admiral's emissions for 2022 were about 2,147,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 598,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at around 1,549,000 kg CO2e. The company has set near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway, covering 40% of its total investment and lending by assets under management as of 2021. Admiral has not committed to a net-zero target but is actively working on reducing its operational emissions in line with industry standards. The company’s initiatives reflect a commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the financial services sector.
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Get Started| 2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 36,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,795,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,332,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Admiral is committed to some 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.
