Pension Protection Fund
The Pension Protection Fund (PPF), headquartered in Great Britain, plays a crucial role in the UK pensions landscape. Established in 2005, the PPF was created to safeguard the pensions of members of defined benefit schemes when their employers become insolvent. With a focus on protecting pension benefits, the PPF operates primarily across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The PPF offers a unique safety net for pension scheme members, ensuring they receive a significant portion of their promised benefits. Its innovative approach to risk management and investment strategies has positioned it as a leader in the pensions industry. Notable achievements include the successful management of a diverse investment portfolio and the protection of millions of pensioners, reinforcing its reputation as a vital institution in the UK’s financial ecosystem.
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How does Pension Protection Fund'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.
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Pension Protection Fund's score of 23 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pension Protection Fund's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 234,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes 277,238,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 181,172,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 106,522,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions encompass significant contributions from upstream leased assets and downstream transportation and distribution. Comparatively, in 2022, PPF's total emissions were about 231,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 235,233,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 162,496,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 61,786,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. The PPF has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The organisation's focus on financed carbon emissions also highlights its awareness of the broader implications of its investment activities on climate change.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 361,360,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 160,500 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 102,249,000 | 000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Pension Protection Fund 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.
