Caisse AVS
Caisse AVS, officially known as Caisse de compensation AVS du canton de Vaud, is a prominent social security institution headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1948, it has played a vital role in the Swiss social insurance landscape, particularly in the Vaud region, where it serves a diverse clientele. Specialising in old-age and survivors' insurance, Caisse AVS offers a range of services designed to ensure financial security for retirees and their families. Its commitment to personalised service and efficient claims processing sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Caisse AVS is recognised for its reliability and expertise, making it a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike in navigating the complexities of social security.
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Caisse AVS's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Caisse AVS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,413,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,157,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 139,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 4,093,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,089,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 165,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3,328,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Caisse AVS has seen fluctuations in its emissions. In 2021, total emissions were around 4,080,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, they were approximately 3,900,000 kg CO2e. The highest recorded emissions were in 2019, at about 4,600,000 kg CO2e. Currently, Caisse AVS has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This context highlights the need for the organisation to develop a comprehensive strategy to address its carbon footprint and align with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,716,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 284,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,441,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Caisse AVS 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.
