Guardianlife Sustainability Profile
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, commonly known as Guardian Life, is a prominent player in the US insurance industry, headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1860, the company has established itself as a leader in life insurance, disability income insurance, and dental insurance, catering to a diverse clientele across the United States. Guardian Life is renowned for its innovative approach to insurance products, offering unique features such as flexible policy options and comprehensive financial planning services. With a strong market position, the company has received accolades for its customer service and financial strength, consistently ranking among the top mutual life insurance companies in the nation. Through its commitment to policyholders and a robust portfolio of services, Guardian Life continues to shape the landscape of the insurance industry.
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Guardianlife's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Guardian Life reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,694,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,059,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,635,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 7,588,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 914,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 6,674,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 7,777,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 969,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 6,808,000 kg CO2e. Guardian Life has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, focusing on reducing Scope 2 emissions. This long-term target reflects the company's dedication to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance environmental responsibility within the financial services sector. The emissions data is sourced from The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. As of now, there are no reported Scope 3 emissions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Guardianlife'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.
Guardianlife has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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