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.
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Industry Benchmark
Helvetia Insurance's score of 35 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Helvetia Insurance's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Helvetia Insurance reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,580,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 12,684,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were around 2,530,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions stemmed from Scope 3, totalling approximately 30,117,000 kg CO2e, which includes business travel and employee commuting. In Switzerland (CH), Helvetia's emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 12,293,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,644,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 209,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions in CH were approximately 7,440,000 kg CO2e. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Helvetia has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the insurance sector.
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Add to project| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,196,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,108,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Helvetia Insurance is committed to some 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.
