Direct Line
Direct Line Group, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the insurance industry, renowned for its innovative approach to personal and commercial insurance solutions. Founded in 1985, the company has established a strong presence across the UK, offering a diverse range of products including car, home, and travel insurance. What sets Direct Line apart is its commitment to direct customer engagement, eliminating intermediaries to provide tailored services. With a focus on digital transformation, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its mobile app, enhancing customer experience and accessibility. As a market leader, Direct Line Group has garnered numerous awards for its customer service and product offerings, solidifying its reputation as a trusted insurance provider in the competitive landscape.
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Direct Line's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Direct Line Insurance Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4257000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2535000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 333876000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services. This brings their total Scope 1 and 2 emissions to about 6792000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded approximately 4500000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2499000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 253844000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 6999000 kg CO2e. Notably, there was a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2023 to 2024, indicating progress in their emissions management. Direct Line has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This includes specific targets such as a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from their office estate and accident repair centres by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce emissions from their real estate loans portfolio by 58% per square metre by 2030. The company’s climate strategy is supported by targets that align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), covering 75% of its total investment and lending activities by monetary value as of 2019. These initiatives reflect Direct Line's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global standards.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 294,080,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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