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Independence Holding Company Sustainability Profile

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Independence Holding Company (IHC), headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the insurance and financial services industry. Founded in 1980, IHC has established itself as a leader in providing innovative insurance solutions, primarily focusing on health, life, and disability insurance. With a strong operational presence across various regions in the US, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach. IHC's core offerings include individual and group health plans, as well as supplemental insurance products, distinguished by their flexibility and customer-centric approach. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality service and has garnered a solid market position, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking comprehensive insurance solutions.

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How does Independence Holding Company'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.

23

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.

33

Industry Benchmark

Independence Holding Company's score of 23 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Independence Holding Company's reported carbon emissions

Independence Holding Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is classified as a current subsidiary and inherits its climate commitments and data from its parent organisation, Independence Holding Company, at a cascade level of 2. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Independence Holding Company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented. The absence of detailed emissions reporting suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the company continues to evolve, it may adopt industry-standard climate initiatives and set measurable targets in line with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

How Carbon Intensive is Independence Holding Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Independence Holding Company's primary industry is Insurance Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Independence Holding Company's Location?

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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 Independence Holding Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Independence Holding Company'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.

Independence Holding Company 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.

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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