Liberty Holdings Limited, commonly referred to as Liberty, is a prominent financial services provider headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1957, the company has evolved into a key player in the insurance and investment sectors, with a strong presence across Southern Africa. Liberty offers a diverse range of products and services, including life insurance, investment solutions, and employee benefits, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative offerings. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, solidifying its market position as a trusted financial partner. With a commitment to empowering individuals and businesses, Liberty Holdings Limited continues to be recognised for its contributions to the financial landscape, making it a vital entity in the industry.
How does Liberty Holdings Limited'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.
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Liberty Holdings Limited's score of 36 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Liberty Holdings Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 181,286,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,963,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 67,958,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 103,365,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has made significant strides in reducing its emissions from the previous year, where total emissions were about 196,005,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Liberty Holdings has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero energy for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. The company is also focused on achieving net-zero waste certification by the end of 2023 and net-zero water by 2025. These targets reflect a comprehensive approach to sustainability and climate action, aligning with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The emissions data reported by Liberty Holdings is cascaded from its parent organization, ensuring a consistent and transparent approach to climate reporting. The company is committed to continuous improvement in its environmental performance, with specific targets aimed at reducing its carbon footprint in the near term.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,102,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,314,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Liberty Holdings Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 55% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 57% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 5% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Liberty Holdings Limited 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.
