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.
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Admiral's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Admiral Group Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,977,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 519,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 585,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions from Scope 3 were also reported at 1,977,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the 2022 emissions data indicated a total of 1,977,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,465,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at about 1,100,000 kg CO2e. Admiral has set near-term targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for reductions consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. These targets cover 40% of its total investment and lending by assets under management as of 2021. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards significant emissions reductions in its operations. Overall, Admiral's emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing climate change, with ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 |
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