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Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company headquartered in the United States, has been a cornerstone of the industry since its founding in 1857. With a strong presence across major operational regions, it offers a comprehensive range of services, including life insurance, investment management, and financial planning. Renowned for its commitment to policyholder value, Northwestern Mutual stands out with its unique combination of insurance and investment products, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients. The company has achieved significant milestones, including consistently high ratings for financial strength and customer satisfaction. As a market leader, Northwestern Mutual is recognised for its innovative approach to financial security, helping individuals and families build and protect their wealth for generations.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Northwestern Mutual'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.

3

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

Northwestern Mutual's score of 3 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Northwestern Mutual's reported carbon emissions

Northwestern Mutual, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate commitments in detail. However, the company is likely to be engaged in industry-standard practices aimed at reducing environmental impact, as many organisations are increasingly focusing on sustainability and climate action. As the landscape of corporate responsibility evolves, Northwestern Mutual may develop and disclose more comprehensive climate strategies and targets in the future.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Northwestern Mutual'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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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Northwestern Mutual is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Northwestern Mutual 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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