Folksam, officially known as Folksam Group, is a prominent insurance and financial services provider headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1908, the company has evolved into a leading player in the Nordic insurance market, with a strong presence across Sweden and Finland. Specialising in life insurance, property insurance, and pension savings, Folksam is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company’s unique approach combines comprehensive coverage with a focus on ethical investments, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. With a robust market position, Folksam has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest mutual insurance companies in Sweden. Its dedication to social responsibility and innovation continues to drive its success in the insurance industry.
How does Folksam'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.
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Folksam's score of 38 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Folksam reported total carbon emissions of approximately 746.2 million kg CO2e. This figure includes 233,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 249,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 745.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from business travel and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, Folksam's total emissions were approximately 728.4 million kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included 230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 232,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 727.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite the increase in total emissions, Folksam has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its engagement with climate accountability. Overall, Folksam's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the figures are derived solely from its own reporting.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 654,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 671,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,575,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Folksam's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with detailed category breakdown helping identify key emission sources across their value chain.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Folksam has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

