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Financial Intermediation
GB
updated 14 days ago

National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society

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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society, commonly known as NFU Mutual, is a leading provider of insurance and financial services in Great Britain. Headquartered in Stratford-upon-Avon, NFU Mutual operates extensively across rural and agricultural regions, catering primarily to the farming community. Founded in 1910, NFU Mutual has established itself as a trusted name in the insurance industry, offering a range of products including farm insurance, home insurance, and commercial insurance. What sets NFU Mutual apart is its deep understanding of the agricultural sector, allowing it to provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients. With a strong market position, NFU Mutual has received numerous accolades for its customer service and claims handling, reinforcing its commitment to supporting farmers and rural businesses. As a mutual organisation, it prioritises the interests of its members, ensuring a customer-centric approach in all its operations.

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31

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27

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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, the National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society (NFU Mutual) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 70,071,322,000 kg CO2e. This figure remained consistent with the previous year, 2023, which also recorded emissions of about 70,071,322,000 kg CO2e. For the year 2022, NFU Mutual disclosed emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,060,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1,119,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution were around 608,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were reported at approximately 3,012,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,607,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,282,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 123,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions totalled approximately 3,606,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,893,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,554,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 159,000 kg CO2e. NFU Mutual has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in emissions by 2025 and a 50% reduction by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. The organisation's long-term goal is to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that NFU Mutual's reporting is independent.

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202020212022
Scope 1
1,893,000
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Scope 2
1,554,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
159,000
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000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society'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.

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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. This request for National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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