The People's Insurance Company of China (PICC), headquartered in Beijing, is a leading player in the insurance industry, primarily serving the Chinese market and expanding its reach across Asia. Founded in 1949, PICC has established itself as a cornerstone of the insurance sector, offering a diverse range of services including property, casualty, life, and health insurance. PICC is renowned for its innovative insurance solutions and customer-centric approach, which have positioned it as a market leader. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, further solidifying its reputation. With a commitment to excellence and a robust portfolio of unique products, PICC continues to set industry standards while catering to the evolving needs of its clients.
How does Picc'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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Picc's score of 32 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Picc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,528,300 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 465,480 kg CO2e from stationary combustion, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 12,929,940 kg CO2e from purchased electricity, and Scope 3 emissions of around 571,380 kg CO2e from business travel. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 17,823,740 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 428,760 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 13,128,650 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 223,850 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Picc has demonstrated a commitment to monitoring and reporting its carbon footprint, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, and all figures are reported directly by Picc. The organisation's emissions data reflects its operational impact and highlights the need for ongoing efforts in carbon management and sustainability practices.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,963,040 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Picc 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.