Legal And General
Legal & General Group Plc, commonly referred to as Legal & General, is a prominent financial services company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1836, it has evolved into a leading player in the insurance and investment sectors, with significant operations across the UK, the United States, and Europe. The company offers a diverse range of products, including life insurance, pensions, and investment management services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. Legal & General is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top providers in the UK insurance market. With a rich history of milestones, including pioneering initiatives in sustainable investment, Legal & General continues to shape the financial landscape while prioritising long-term value for its clients.
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Legal And General's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Legal & General reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,983,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,264,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 10,247,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specifically, they target a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. In 2023, Legal & General's global emissions included approximately 10,158,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 4,215,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), with total Scope 1 and 2 emissions reaching around 12,373,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, including 4,900,000,000 kg CO2e from investments and 7,639,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Legal & General is committed to managing 70% of eligible assets under management (AUM) in line with their net-zero ambition by 2030. They are also focused on achieving net-zero carbon emissions for their real estate property assets by 2050 or sooner. The company’s climate strategy is integral to its growth drivers, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible investing. All emissions data is sourced from Legal & General Group Plc, with no data cascaded from a parent organization.
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| 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,018,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,517,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,885,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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