Gjensidige
Gjensidige Forsikring ASA, commonly known as Gjensidige, is a leading insurance company headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Established in 1816, Gjensidige has a rich history and has evolved into a prominent player in the Nordic insurance market, providing a wide range of services across Norway and other major regions in Scandinavia. Specialising in general insurance, Gjensidige offers products such as property, casualty, and health insurance, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market position as one of Norway's largest insurers, recognised for its financial stability and commitment to sustainability. Gjensidige continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses seeking reliable insurance coverage.
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Gjensidige's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Gjensidige reported total carbon emissions of approximately 501,408,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 434,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 438,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 690,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 500,536,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes categories such as purchased goods and services (about 63,773,000 kg CO2e) and employee commute (approximately 2,741,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Gjensidige's total emissions were about 528,674,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 319,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 340,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 643,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 528,015,000 kg CO2e. Gjensidige has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its investment portfolios by 2050. This commitment is part of their long-term strategy, which includes targets covering 89% of total investment and lending by financed emissions as of 2022. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with targets that are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Gjensidige's emissions data reflects a comprehensive approach to understanding and managing their carbon footprint, with a clear commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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