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Helvetia Insurance

Helvetia Insurance, officially known as Helvetia Versicherungen, is a prominent player in the insurance industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1858, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across major regions in Europe, including Germany, Austria, and Italy. Specialising in a diverse range of insurance products, Helvetia offers unique solutions in life, property, and casualty insurance, catering to both individual and corporate clients. The company is recognised for its customer-centric approach and innovative digital services, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Helvetia Insurance has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth and a reputation for reliability. Its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility further enhances its standing as a trusted insurer in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Helvetia Insurance'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.

58

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Helvetia Insurance's score of 58 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Helvetia Insurance's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Helvetia Insurance reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,293,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 4,644,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were around 1,616,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 7,744,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes business travel and employee commuting. Helvetia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This commitment encompasses both direct Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a clear focus on reducing their carbon footprint over the long term. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting a growing trend in the insurance industry to address climate change proactively. Overall, Helvetia's emissions data and climate commitments illustrate a strong dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change impacts.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
7,084,000
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0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
11,352,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Helvetia Insurance's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very 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. This request for Helvetia Insurance is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Helvetia Insurance is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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