British United Provident Association

British United Provident Association's reported carbon emissions

British United Provident Association (Bupa), a UK-based health and social work services provider, reported a total of approximately 171.2 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for the year 2025. This figure comprises approximately 37.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 8.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 45.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. For the previous year, 2024, Bupa's total emissions were approximately 147.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 38.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 12.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 47.4 million kg CO2e. Bupa has established significant climate commitments. Notably, they aim to reduce their absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by at least 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, Bupa aspires to become a net-zero business across all scopes by 2040. An interim target is in place to reduce Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) GHG emissions by 40% by the end of 2025, also from a 2019 baseline. They also have a long-term target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by at least 63% by 2034 from a 2019 baseline. Bupa's commitment to these targets is reflected in their reporting, with Scope 1 and 2 data consistently disclosed. While Scope 3 data is reported, specific categories such as "purchased goods and services" are noted as missing from their disclosure. The company's efforts align with broader industry trends towards decarbonisation and net-zero ambitions.