Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Dai-ichi Life, is a prominent player in the insurance and financial services industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1902, the company has established itself as a leader in life insurance, offering a diverse range of products and services that cater to individual and corporate clients alike. With a strong presence in Japan and significant operations across Asia, North America, and Europe, Dai-ichi Life is renowned for its innovative insurance solutions and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company’s core offerings include life insurance, annuities, and asset management services, distinguished by their tailored approach and robust financial backing. Dai-ichi Life's market position is bolstered by its impressive financial ratings and a history of strategic acquisitions, making it a trusted name in the global insurance landscape.
How does Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.'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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Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.'s score of 78 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,868,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 26,068,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,693,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 45,900,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as capital goods and employee commute. Dai-ichi Life has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. As part of this strategy, they have established an interim target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their portfolios by 50% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1 and 2, and reflects their dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company has consistently reported emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in their environmental impact. Their ongoing initiatives and reduction targets align with industry standards and contribute to global efforts in combating climate change.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 137,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 67% last year and increased by approximately 936% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 413% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. 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.
