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.
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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 65% 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. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,799,675,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,357,180 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 27,079,210 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, inherited from its parent company, Cathay Financial Holding Co., Ltd. Cathay Life has set ambitious reduction targets as part of its Zero Carbon Operation Transformation plan, announced in June 2021. The company aims to achieve a 5% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2020 as the baseline. Additionally, Cathay Life has committed to a more significant long-term goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050, which will involve replacing energy-intensive equipment, introducing green buildings, and actively utilising renewable energy. The company also plans to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 25% and Scope 2 emissions by 25% from the 2020 baseline by 2030. These targets are integrated into the annual KPIs of senior executives, demonstrating a strong corporate commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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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.
