Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft, commonly known as Münchener Rück or Munich Re, is a leading global reinsurer headquartered in Munich, Germany. Established in 1880, the company has grown to become a pivotal player in the insurance and reinsurance industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in property and casualty reinsurance, life and health reinsurance, and primary insurance, Munich Re is renowned for its innovative risk management solutions and extensive expertise. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including its role in pioneering digital transformation within the insurance sector. With a strong market position, Munich Re consistently ranks among the top reinsurers worldwide, recognised for its financial strength and commitment to sustainability.
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In 2024, Münchener Rück reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,487,353,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 64,353,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 133,821,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 7,310,344,000 kg CO2e, with the majority stemming from investments. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, emissions have shown fluctuations, with total emissions recorded at approximately 3,192,798,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 4,037,088,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Münchener Rück has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. However, the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not yet have formalised a strategy for significant reductions. Overall, Münchener Rück's emissions data reflects its operational scale and the challenges faced in managing carbon emissions within the insurance and reinsurance industry.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 44,023,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 27,226,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 34,363,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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