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Direct Line Group, Ltd.

Direct Line Group, Ltd., commonly referred to as Direct Line, is a leading insurance provider headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a key player in the UK insurance market, offering a diverse range of products including car, home, and travel insurance. With a focus on innovation, Direct Line was one of the first insurers to sell policies directly to consumers, setting a precedent in the industry. The company operates primarily in the UK, with a strong presence in Scotland and Northern Ireland, and has achieved notable milestones such as being listed on the London Stock Exchange. Direct Line's commitment to customer service and competitive pricing has solidified its market position, making it a trusted choice for millions of policyholders. Its unique approach to insurance, combined with a robust digital platform, distinguishes Direct Line in a crowded marketplace.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Direct Line Group, Ltd.'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.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Direct Line Group, Ltd.'s score of 37 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Direct Line Group, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Direct Line Group, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2,499,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where emissions were about 6,529,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 2,453,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to further reduce its emissions by 46% across its office estate and accident repair centres by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Direct Line Group aims to reduce emissions from real estate loans by 58% per square metre by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline of 13,769 tCO2e. These initiatives reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards.

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Scope 1
7,811,000
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Scope 2
3,886,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Direct Line Group, Ltd.'s primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Direct Line Group, Ltd. is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Direct Line Group, Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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