Prudential Financial
Prudential Financial, often referred to simply as Prudential, is a leading financial services company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1848, Prudential has evolved into a global powerhouse, primarily operating in the insurance and investment sectors. With a strong presence in key markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including life insurance, retirement solutions, and asset management services. Prudential is renowned for its innovative approach to financial planning, providing tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including its expansion into emerging markets and a commitment to sustainable investing. As a trusted name in the industry, Prudential continues to uphold its reputation for reliability and excellence, making it a preferred choice for individuals and businesses seeking comprehensive financial solutions.
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Prudential Financial's score of 71 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Prudential Financial's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Prudential Financial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13609000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 9307000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 160391000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Notably, Prudential achieved a remarkable 69% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2023, surpassing its interim goal. Prudential has committed to achieving net zero emissions across its primary domestic and international home office operations by 2050, with interim targets of 97% reduction by 2040. The company is on track to meet its near-term goals, having reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% from 2022 to 2023. These commitments reflect Prudential's proactive approach to managing climate-related risks and aligning with industry best practices.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,836,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 67,070,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,945,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Prudential Financial 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.
