Public Profile

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) is a prominent health insurance organisation headquartered in the United States, with a significant presence across various regions. Founded in 1929, BCBS has evolved into a leading player in the healthcare industry, providing a wide range of services including individual and group health insurance, dental and vision plans, and Medicare solutions. With a commitment to innovation and customer care, BCBS stands out for its extensive network of providers and its focus on community health initiatives. The organisation has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of a national presence through its 36 independent and locally operated companies. Recognised for its reliability and comprehensive coverage options, Blue Cross Blue Shield continues to be a trusted choice for millions of Americans seeking quality healthcare solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Blue Cross Blue Shield's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

28

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Blue Cross Blue Shield's score of 28 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Blue Cross Blue Shield does not report specific carbon emissions figures. However, the organisation has made significant climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality and zero waste by 2030. This ambitious target encompasses all scopes of emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The commitment reflects a long-term strategy to address climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. Blue Cross Blue Shield's proactive stance demonstrates its dedication to environmental responsibility and sets a benchmark for other organisations in the healthcare sector.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Blue Cross Blue Shield's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Blue Cross Blue Shield is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Blue Cross Blue Shield is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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