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Prudential plc, a leading name in the insurance and pension funding services sector, is headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1848, the company has a long-standing history of providing comprehensive life insurance, retirement, and investment solutions across Asia, Africa, and the United Kingdom.
Specialising in non-compulsory social security services, Prudential offers a diverse range of products tailored to meet the financial security needs of individuals and businesses. Its innovative approach and strong market presence have positioned it as a prominent player within the insurance industry, recognised for its commitment to customer-centric solutions and sustainable growth.
67
DitchCarbon score
+28 vs industry average
Prudential plc’s score of 67 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Insurance Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.058
20182025
The Insurance Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Prudential plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Prudential plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,731,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,042,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 15,531,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve a 55% reduction in the carbon emissions intensity of its investment portfolio by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Prudential's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
The emissions data indicates a comprehensive disclosure across all scopes, demonstrating Prudential's commitment to transparency in its sustainability efforts. The company is not currently inheriting emissions data from any parent organization, ensuring that its reported figures are independently sourced.
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Prudential plc’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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