CNO Financial Group, Inc., commonly referred to as CNO Financial, is a prominent player in the insurance and financial services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1979, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, focusing primarily on the needs of middle-income Americans. CNO Financial offers a diverse range of products, including life insurance, health insurance, and annuities, distinguished by their commitment to affordability and accessibility. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position, recognised for its innovative solutions tailored to the unique financial challenges faced by its clients. With a focus on customer-centric services, CNO Financial continues to solidify its reputation as a trusted provider in the insurance sector.
How does Cno Financial'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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Cno Financial's score of 30 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, CNO Financial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,181,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 1,516,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 9,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, when total emissions were about 11,305,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,451,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 9,853,000 kg CO2e. CNO Financial has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. The emissions data is sourced directly from CNO Financial Group, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its commitment to transparency in environmental impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,591,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,824,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Cno Financial has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

