Coöperatie VGZ, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a prominent player in the health insurance industry, serving millions of members across the country. Founded in 2006, VGZ has established itself as a trusted cooperative, focusing on providing comprehensive health insurance solutions tailored to individual needs. With a commitment to accessibility and quality, Coöperatie VGZ offers a range of health insurance products, including basic and supplementary plans, designed to meet diverse healthcare requirements. The cooperative's unique approach emphasises member involvement and transparency, setting it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its customer-centric services, VGZ has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a leading health insurer in the Netherlands. Through continuous innovation and a focus on community health, Coöperatie VGZ remains dedicated to enhancing the well-being of its members.
How does Coöperatie VGZ'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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Coöperatie VGZ's score of 33 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Coöperatie VGZ reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,500 kg CO2e, comprising about 26,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions and about 374,398 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 29,614 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 3 emissions increased from about 250,393 kg CO2e in the previous year. The organisation has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent company. Coöperatie VGZ's emissions data reflects its commitment to transparency in reporting, although it currently lacks formalised reduction initiatives or science-based targets. The focus remains on understanding and managing its carbon footprint across all scopes, particularly in the context of its operational and supply chain activities.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,129,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - |
Scope 2 | 2,550,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 4,228,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Coöperatie VGZ 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.