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Nan Shan Life

Nan Shan Life Insurance Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nan Shan Life, is a prominent player in the insurance industry, headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan (TW). Established in 1963, the company has grown to become one of the leading life insurance providers in the region, with a strong presence across various operational areas in Asia. Specialising in life insurance, health insurance, and annuity products, Nan Shan Life distinguishes itself through innovative offerings and customer-centric services. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position and recognition for its financial stability and comprehensive product range. With a commitment to excellence, Nan Shan Life continues to set benchmarks in the insurance sector, ensuring peace of mind for its clients through tailored solutions and exceptional service.

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How does Nan Shan Life'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.

40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Nan Shan Life's score of 40 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

92%

Nan Shan Life's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nan Shan Life reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,936,937 kg CO2e, comprising 2,196,530 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,740,407 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel, amounting to 165,196,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Nan Shan Life has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. The company has set long-term net-zero targets, aiming for a comprehensive reduction across all scopes by 2050. As part of its strategy, it has committed to aligning its operations with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its emissions reduction targets are consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In 2022, the company’s portfolio targets covered 49% of its total investment and lending by total balance sheet assets, indicating a proactive approach to integrating sustainability into its financial practices. This commitment reflects a broader industry trend towards enhanced climate responsibility among financial institutions, particularly in Taiwan.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
895,350
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
11,227,010
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000.0
00,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nan Shan Life's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Nan Shan Life is headquartered in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nan Shan Life is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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