Hartford Sustainability Profile
The Hartford, officially known as The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., is a prominent insurance and financial services company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, USA. Founded in 1810, it has established itself as a leader in the industry, particularly in property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual funds. With a strong presence across the United States, The Hartford serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small businesses, and large corporations. Its core offerings, such as auto, home, and business insurance, are distinguished by innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. Recognised for its financial strength and stability, The Hartford has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the insurance sector. The company continues to evolve, focusing on digital transformation and sustainability to meet the changing needs of its customers.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Hartford's score of 63 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hartford's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hartford reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,986,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,981,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10,884,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 42,121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 33,204,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 6,767,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 11,329,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 15,108,000 kg CO2e. Hartford has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by the end of 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. Additionally, the company has announced a long-term ambition to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across all operations by 2050. The emissions data is sourced directly from The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions transparently, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility and climate action.
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| 2007 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Hartford'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.
Hartford 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.
