Hiscox Sustainability Profile
Hiscox Ltd, a leading specialist insurer, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1901, Hiscox has established a strong reputation in the insurance industry, focusing on providing tailored coverage for businesses and individuals. The company is renowned for its core products, including professional indemnity, property, and liability insurance, which are designed to meet the unique needs of various sectors. Hiscox distinguishes itself through its commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative underwriting practices. With a robust market position, Hiscox has received numerous accolades for its performance and reliability, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the insurance landscape.
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Hiscox's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hiscox reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,190,900 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 549,400 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,029,400 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 22,612,100 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, Hiscox's total emissions were about 25,914,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 408,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 1,043,100 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at around 24,462,000 kg CO2e. Hiscox has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2020 adjusted baseline as the reference point. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are derived directly from Hiscox Ltd. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions transparently, demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 446,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,916,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,906,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Hiscox'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.
Hiscox 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.
