New York Life
New York Life Insurance Company, commonly referred to as New York Life, is a leading mutual life insurance company headquartered in New York City, US. Founded in 1845, it has established itself as a cornerstone of the insurance industry, providing a range of financial products and services, including life insurance, retirement planning, and investment solutions. With a strong presence across the United States, New York Life is renowned for its commitment to policyholders and its financial strength, consistently earning high ratings from independent agencies. The company’s unique approach combines personalised service with innovative products, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions to meet their financial goals. As one of the largest life insurers in the US, New York Life continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in financial security.
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New York Life's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, New York Life reported total carbon emissions of approximately 105,450,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 94,228,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 39,360,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 10,194,000 kg CO2e) and downstream leased assets (approximately 15,002,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company achieved a marked reduction in emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at about 800,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 780,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 30,180,000 kg CO2e. This trend of decreasing emissions is evident when comparing to previous years, such as 2021, where Scope 1 emissions were about 5,080,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 6,205,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, New York Life has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or documented reduction initiatives. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,072,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,548,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,431,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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New York Life 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.
