Aflac Incorporated, commonly known as Aflac, is a leading provider of supplemental insurance in the United States, with its headquarters located in Columbus, Georgia. Founded in 1955, Aflac has established itself as a pioneer in the insurance industry, particularly known for its innovative accident and health insurance products. The company primarily focuses on providing financial protection through policies that cover unexpected medical expenses, offering unique features such as cash benefits directly to policyholders. Aflac's commitment to customer service and its strong market presence have earned it a notable position, consistently ranking among the top supplemental insurers in the nation. With a reputation for reliability and a robust portfolio of services, Aflac continues to support millions of Americans in navigating their healthcare costs.
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In 2023, Aflac's carbon emissions in the US totalled approximately 3,494,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 5,705,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, reflecting their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Globally, Aflac reported Scope 1 emissions of about 3,499,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 7,562,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 208,401,000 kg CO2e. Aflac has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% by 2030, using a 2007 baseline. This commitment includes a notable reduction of 93.6% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2007 to 2022, with total emissions dropping from 41,206 metric tons CO2e to 2,633 metric tons CO2e. Furthermore, Aflac aims for carbon neutrality by 2040 and net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. The emissions data is sourced directly from Aflac Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. Aflac's initiatives align with industry standards, showcasing their proactive approach to climate action and emissions reduction.
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| 2007 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,683,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,523,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Aflac Way is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
