Cigna Healthcare, a leading global health service company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1982, Cigna has established itself as a key player in the healthcare industry, focusing on health insurance, wellness services, and pharmacy management. The company offers a diverse range of products, including individual and family health plans, employer-sponsored health insurance, and Medicare solutions, distinguished by their emphasis on integrated care and customer support. Cigna's commitment to innovation and quality has earned it a strong market position, recognised for its comprehensive health management programmes and robust digital health tools. With a history of significant milestones, Cigna continues to shape the future of healthcare, prioritising the well-being of its members.
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In 2023, Cigna Healthcare reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 14,077,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 16,000 kg CO2e in the US. Globally, their combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached approximately 68,158,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company disclosed substantial Scope 3 emissions, particularly from employee commuting, which accounted for about 76,024,000 kg CO2e. Cigna has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company targets carbon neutrality for these emissions by 2040. These initiatives reflect a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact and align with industry standards for sustainability. Cigna's emissions data is sourced from The Cigna Group, with no cascaded data from parent companies. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its environmental impact, as evidenced by its participation in initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,737,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 75,874,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 25,072,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
Cigna Healthcare's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 98% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Cigna Healthcare has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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