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Insurance Services
KY
updated 3 months ago

Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd., often referred to as Greenlight Re, is a prominent player in the reinsurance industry, headquartered in the Cayman Islands (KY). Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative reinsurance solutions, primarily focusing on property and casualty lines. With a strategic emphasis on risk management and investment, Greenlight Re differentiates itself through its unique approach to underwriting and capital allocation. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position that reflects its commitment to delivering value to clients and stakeholders. Operating in key regions globally, Greenlight Re continues to expand its influence, leveraging its expertise to navigate the complexities of the reinsurance landscape.

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How does Greenlight Capital Re, 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.

16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance 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.

33

Industry Benchmark

Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s score of 16 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd., headquartered in Kentucky (KY), currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. As a result, Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. does not appear to have established any significant climate commitments or initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. The lack of emissions data and reduction strategies suggests that the company may not yet be actively engaged in formal climate action or reporting frameworks, which are increasingly important in the financial and insurance sectors. In the context of the industry, many companies are adopting Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments and participating in climate disclosure initiatives such as CDP to enhance transparency and accountability regarding their environmental impact. However, Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. has not cascaded any such initiatives or targets from a parent company, indicating a standalone approach to its climate strategy at this time.

How Carbon Intensive is Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s primary industry is Insurance Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. is in KY, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. 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.

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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