Humana Inc., a leading health and well-being company headquartered in the United States, has been a significant player in the healthcare industry since its founding in 1961. With a strong presence across various operational regions, including the Midwest and Southeast, Humana focuses on providing innovative health insurance solutions and services. The company offers a diverse range of products, including Medicare Advantage plans, individual and family health insurance, and wellness programmes, distinguished by their emphasis on personalised care and preventive health measures. Humana's commitment to improving health outcomes has earned it a prominent position in the market, recognised for its customer-centric approach and strategic partnerships. As a pioneer in the integration of healthcare and technology, Humana continues to shape the future of health management.
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In 2023, Humana reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 41,268,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,097,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,355,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 35,817,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 54.6% by 2032 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Humana plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 30% by 2032, using 2021 as the base year. To achieve these targets, Humana is implementing a two-pronged approach that includes enhancing energy efficiency and transitioning to renewable energy sources through the purchase of renewable energy certificates (RECs) and power purchase agreements. The company is also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aligns its emissions reduction goals with the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Humana's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the healthcare sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 36,525,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 75,812,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Humana 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.