Cathay Life Insurance Co.,Ltd.
Cathay Life Insurance Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the insurance industry, is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan (TW). Established in 1962, the company has grown to become one of the largest life insurers in the region, offering a diverse range of financial products and services. Its core offerings include life insurance, health insurance, and investment-linked policies, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative solutions. With a strong market presence in Taiwan and expanding operations across Asia, Cathay Life has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for service excellence and financial stability. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, further solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the life insurance sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cathay Life Insurance Co.,Ltd.'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.
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Cathay Life Insurance Co.,Ltd.'s score of 40 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Cathay Life Insurance Co.,Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Cathay Life Insurance Co., Ltd., headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported a Scope 1 and 2 emission intensity of approximately 910.0 kg CO2e per employee. This figure reflects the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint as part of its broader climate strategy. The company has set ambitious targets under its Zero Carbon Operation Transformation plan, initiated in June 2021, aiming for a 5% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, based on a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Cathay Life has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This long-term goal involves replacing energy-intensive equipment, introducing green buildings, and actively utilising renewable energy sources. The company also aims for a significant reduction of 25% in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from the 2020 baseline by 2030. It is important to note that emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent company, Cathay Financial Holding Co., Ltd., which oversees various sustainability initiatives, including those related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This corporate family relationship underscores Cathay Life's alignment with industry standards and collective climate commitments.
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Cathay Life Insurance Co.,Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
