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Aviva Sustainability Profile

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Aviva plc, a leading insurance and financial services provider, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1696, Aviva has established itself as a prominent player in the insurance industry, offering a diverse range of products and services across life, general, and health insurance sectors. With a strong presence in the UK, Ireland, and Canada, Aviva serves millions of customers, providing tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to insurance, including digital platforms that enhance customer experience. Aviva's commitment to sustainability and responsible investment further distinguishes it in the market. As one of the largest insurers in the UK, Aviva has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer service and product excellence, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the financial services landscape.

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97

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

33

Industry Benchmark

Aviva's score of 97 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aviva's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Aviva's total carbon emissions in Great Britain amounted to approximately 12,801,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,090,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,839,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,711,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 12,127,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 6,082,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,669,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,045,000 kg CO2e. Aviva has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve Net Zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. As part of its investment strategy, Aviva targets a 25% reduction in the carbon intensity of its investments by 2025 and a 60% reduction by 2030. Aviva's operational emissions have seen significant reductions, achieving an 81% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2010 baseline by 2021. The company has been carbon neutral since 2006 and continues to align its strategies with industry standards to mitigate climate impact effectively.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
41,008,000
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Scope 3
19,193,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Aviva's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aviva's primary industry is Insurance Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Aviva's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Aviva is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Aviva's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Aviva's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 44% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with detailed category breakdown helping identify key emission sources across their value chain.

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Investments
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Aviva's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Aviva 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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