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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Direct Line'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Direct Line's score of 46 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Direct Line's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Direct Line Insurance Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 265,516,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,829,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,499,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 259,188,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass various activities such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Over the years, Direct Line has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Notably, the company has set near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway, aiming to cover 75% of its total investment and lending activities by monetary value as of 2019. This target is part of their broader strategy to manage greenhouse gas emissions from their operations (Scopes 1 and 2) effectively. In terms of emissions intensity, Direct Line has made significant progress, with emissions per £ million of net earned premium decreasing from 0.0095 tCO2e in 2013 to 0.0054 tCO2e in 2022. Additionally, the average emissions per employee have also shown a downward trend, from 2,400 kg CO2e in earlier years to 1,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Direct Line's ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the financial services sector, focusing on measurable reductions and accountability in their climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,506,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,609,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 311,225,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Direct Line is committed to some 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.
