Public Profile

Markel

Markel Corporation, commonly referred to as Markel, is a prominent player in the insurance and financial services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1930, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Markel is renowned for its diverse range of specialty insurance products, including property and casualty insurance, as well as reinsurance and investment services. What sets Markel apart is its commitment to underwriting excellence and a unique approach to risk management, which has earned it a solid reputation in the market. With a history marked by significant milestones, Markel has consistently demonstrated resilience and innovation, positioning itself as a leader in the specialty insurance sector. Its notable achievements reflect a dedication to providing tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Markel'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.

17

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

Markel's score of 17 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Markel's reported carbon emissions

Markel Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate commitments in detail. However, the absence of disclosed emissions data suggests that Markel may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it is essential for companies like Markel to establish clear emissions reduction targets and commitments to align with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Markel'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. Markel is headquartered in US, 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.

Markel 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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UN Global Compact

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