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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin Sustainability Profile

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, a prominent player in the health insurance industry, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1939, the organisation has evolved to serve millions of members across the state, offering a range of health insurance products and services tailored to individual and group needs. With a strong focus on providing comprehensive health coverage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin stands out for its commitment to customer service and innovative healthcare solutions. The company offers a variety of plans, including individual health insurance, employer-sponsored coverage, and Medicare options, ensuring accessibility and affordability for all. Recognised for its market leadership, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin has achieved numerous accolades for its quality of care and member satisfaction, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the healthcare landscape.

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55

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

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin's score of 55 is higher than 74% 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 of Wisconsin's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Elevance Health, Inc.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the organisation is part of a corporate family that includes Elevance Health, Inc., from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. As a current subsidiary of Elevance Health, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin aligns with the sustainability goals set by its parent company. Elevance Health has established various climate initiatives, including Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, which aim to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. These targets are cascaded down to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, reflecting a commitment to addressing climate change. While specific reduction targets for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin are not detailed, the overarching strategy from Elevance Health emphasises a commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon footprints across all levels of the organisation. This includes initiatives related to renewable energy and emissions reduction, which are critical in the healthcare sector's response to climate change. In summary, while specific emissions data for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin is not available, the organisation is actively engaged in climate commitments through its relationship with Elevance Health, Inc., focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction initiatives.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
17,050,000
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Scope 2
102,805,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,191,207,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin'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 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 26% last year and increased by approximately 494% since 2019, 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 "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Investments
59%
Purchased Goods and Services
37%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin'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.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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