Asr Nederland, officially known as ASR Nederland N.V., is a prominent player in the Dutch insurance and financial services industry, headquartered in Utrecht, NL. Founded in 1720, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in life and non-life insurance, pension services, and asset management. With a strong presence across the Netherlands, ASR Nederland is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including health, property, and liability insurance, distinguished by their innovative approach and tailored offerings. ASR Nederland has achieved notable milestones, including its successful IPO in 2016, solidifying its market position as one of the top insurers in the region. With a focus on responsible investment and social responsibility, ASR continues to set benchmarks in the industry.
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In 2024, ASR Nederland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1888000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling about 73891000 kg CO2e, which includes 542000 kg CO2e from business travel and 3688000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 3860000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 597000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2013000 kg CO2e. ASR Nederland has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in its carbon footprint across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025, compared to a 2018 baseline. This target is part of their broader commitment to the Dutch Climate Agreement, which includes a goal of a 49% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 based on 1990 levels. Additionally, ASR aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Spitsbergen ambition, which requires measuring the climate impact of investments. The company is actively working towards these targets, with specific initiatives to reduce emissions from its operations and investment portfolio. For instance, they plan to reduce the carbon footprint of their internally managed assets by 25% by 2030, compared to 2023 levels. ASR Nederland's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in various climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,387,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,338,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Asr Nederland's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 94% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Asr Nederland has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
