Protective Life Insurance Company, commonly referred to as Protective, is a prominent player in the US insurance industry, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Founded in 1907, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, offering a diverse range of financial products and services. Specialising in life insurance, annuities, and asset protection, Protective distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer service and innovative solutions tailored to individual needs. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position, recognised for its financial strength and stability. With a focus on providing peace of mind through comprehensive coverage options, Protective Life Insurance Company continues to be a trusted choice for individuals and families seeking reliable insurance solutions.
How does Protective Life Insurance Company'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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Protective Life Insurance Company's score of 41 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Protective Life Insurance Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Protective Life Corporation, which may influence its climate-related initiatives and commitments. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Protective Life Insurance Company, it is important to note that emissions data may be cascaded from its parent organisation, Protective Life Corporation, or from Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc., which is at a cascade level of three. This means that any climate commitments or emissions data may reflect broader corporate strategies rather than specific actions taken by Protective Life Insurance Company itself. As of now, the company has not publicly outlined any significant reduction initiatives or targets, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 137,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Protective Life Insurance Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 69% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Protective Life Insurance Company has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.