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China Re

China Re, officially known as China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation, is a leading player in the reinsurance industry, headquartered in Beijing, CN. Established in 1999, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, solidifying its position as a key provider of reinsurance solutions. Specialising in property and casualty reinsurance, life reinsurance, and insurance-related services, China Re distinguishes itself through its comprehensive risk management capabilities and innovative product offerings. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its successful listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2015, which enhanced its market visibility and capital strength. With a robust market position, China Re is recognised for its financial stability and extensive expertise, making it a trusted partner for insurers worldwide. Its commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach continues to drive its growth in the competitive reinsurance landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does China Re'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.

35

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

China Re's score of 35 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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China Re's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, China Re reported total carbon emissions of approximately 51,542,680 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,074,210 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 44,468,470 kg CO2e. This marked a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 53,807,680 kg CO2e. China Re has set ambitious near-term reduction targets, aiming to reduce comprehensive energy consumption per capita by 4% by 2025, based on 2021 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, indicating a commitment to improving energy efficiency and reducing overall emissions. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data, but its focus on reducing energy consumption reflects a broader commitment to sustainability and climate action within the insurance industry.

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20222023
Scope 1
7,809,120
0,000,000
Scope 2
45,998,560
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China Re's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 China Re is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

China Re 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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