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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society'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.

13

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society's score of 13 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society (NFU Mutual) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,321,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,386,000 kg CO2e, which are primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of around 1,041,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 894,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel and fuel-related activities. Comparatively, NFU Mutual's emissions decreased from about 3,060,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a positive trend towards reducing their carbon footprint. However, the organisation has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. Overall, NFU Mutual's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their emissions reporting, but further initiatives and targets would enhance their sustainability efforts in the insurance sector.

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201920222023
Scope 1
2,183,000
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Scope 2
1,685,000
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Scope 3
1,495,000
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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. National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society 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.

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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