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 27 is higher than 77% 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
Dai-ichi Life Insurance, headquartered in Japan, reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 4,700,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,230,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to measuring their carbon footprint across various operational scopes. In 2021, the total emissions were about 4,930,000,000 kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the three scopes. The trend shows a decrease from 2020, where emissions peaked at approximately 6,020,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a commitment to reducing their carbon impact over time. Despite these figures, Dai-ichi Life Insurance has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. Overall, Dai-ichi Life Insurance's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing efforts to address climate change within the insurance industry, as they navigate their path towards sustainability.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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.
