Public Profile

Legal & General

Legal & General Group Plc, commonly known 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, Europe, and the United States. 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, being one of the largest providers of life insurance in the UK and a key player in the pension market. With a rich history marked by key milestones, Legal & General continues to set industry standards, focusing on sustainable investment and responsible business practices, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Legal & General'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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Legal & General's score of 23 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Legal & General's reported carbon emissions

Legal & General, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their carbon footprint, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives. While no specific reduction targets or climate pledges are mentioned, Legal & General is part of a broader industry movement towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in corporate climate commitments. As the company continues to develop its strategies, stakeholders can expect future updates on their climate initiatives and emissions reductions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Legal & General's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Legal & General is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Legal & General is not committed to any 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.

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