Public Profile

Great West

Great West, also known as Great West Financial, is a prominent player in the financial services industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1891, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on retirement planning, insurance, and investment solutions. With a strong presence in major operational regions across the US, Great West is recognised for its innovative approach to employee benefits and retirement services. The company offers a diverse range of products, including retirement plans, life insurance, and asset management services, distinguished by their commitment to customer-centric solutions. Great West has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and awards for excellence in service delivery, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider in the financial sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Great West'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.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Great West's score of 15 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Great West's reported carbon emissions

Great West, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for recent years, as no emissions figures are available. Consequently, there are no reported Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions to analyse. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is essential to highlight that Great West has not outlined any specific reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, there are no documented climate pledges or initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint. As the company navigates the evolving landscape of climate responsibility, it remains crucial for Great West to establish clear climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with industry standards and contribute to global efforts in mitigating climate change.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Great West's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Great West is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Great West is not committed to any 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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