Dai-ichi Life Insurance
Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited, commonly referred to as Dai-ichi Life, is a prominent player in the insurance industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1902, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into international markets and the acquisition of various subsidiaries. Dai-ichi Life primarily focuses on life insurance, health insurance, and asset management, offering a diverse range of products tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. Its commitment to customer-centric solutions and innovative insurance products sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Dai-ichi Life is recognised for its financial stability and robust service offerings, making it a trusted choice for millions. The company continues to enhance its global presence, particularly in Asia and North America, solidifying its reputation as a leading insurance provider.
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Industry Benchmark
Dai-ichi Life Insurance's score of 30 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dai-ichi Life Insurance's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dai-ichi Life Insurance reported significant carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3, with a total of approximately 14,525,000 kg CO2e from various activities, including capital goods and employee commuting. The company's emissions have shown a trend of reduction over the years, with total emissions in Scope 1 and 2 decreasing from about 178,100,000 kg CO2e in 2015 to approximately 166,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017. However, in 2020, the total emissions surged to about 6,020,000,000 kg CO2e, which included both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Dai-ichi Life has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company’s emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, primarily concentrated in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage. As the insurance industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Dai-ichi Life's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions will be crucial in aligning with global climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Dai-ichi Life Insurance is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
