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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.
62
DitchCarbon score
+23 vs industry average
Admiral’s score of 62 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Insurance Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.058
20182025
The Insurance Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Admiral's reported carbon emissions
Admiral, a UK-based company in the Insurance and pension funding services sector, reported its most recent emissions in 2025. In that year, its total Scope 1 emissions were 593,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 584,000 kg CO2e (or 1,585,000 kg CO2e on a location-based basis), and Scope 3 emissions were 2,352,000 kg CO2e. For 2024, Admiral reported Scope 1 emissions of 538,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 532,000 kg CO2e (or 1,913,000 kg CO2e on a location-based basis), and Scope 3 emissions of 2,455,000 kg CO2e.
Admiral has set several climate commitments. It aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030, using a 2021 base year. This near-term target is classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, Admiral has a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions in its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040. The company also aims for net-zero across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2040.
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Admiral’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
70% reduction in Scope 1
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.
Insufficient data70%
2030
70% reduction in Scope 2
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.
Insufficient data70%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Admiral’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Admiral reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 593,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions around 584,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totaling nearly 2,352,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions for the year were roughly 1,177,000 kg CO2e. These figures represent Admiral's direct and indirect environmental impact from its operations in the UK insurance and pension funding sector for the most recent reporting year, providing a baseline for future reduction efforts.
Data year: 2025
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