Prudential plc
Prudential plc, a leading international financial services group, is headquartered in Hong Kong and operates extensively across Asia, the UK, and the US. Founded in 1848, Prudential has established itself as a key player in the insurance and investment sectors, offering a diverse range of products including life insurance, asset management, and retirement solutions. With a strong focus on customer-centric innovation, Prudential distinguishes itself through its comprehensive financial planning services and robust investment strategies. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a notable presence in emerging markets, positioning itself as a trusted provider in the industry. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and financial inclusion, Prudential plc continues to enhance its market position while adapting to the evolving needs of its clients.
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Prudential plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Prudential plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,108,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12,318,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 1,645,000 kg CO2e, and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions from approximately 16,938,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions also saw a reduction from about 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Prudential's operational emissions intensity improved, with a weighted average carbon intensity (WACI) of 0.192 in 2023, down from 0.219 in 2022. Despite these improvements, Prudential has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its climate commitments, although detailed reduction strategies and targets remain unspecified. Prudential's headquarters in Hong Kong positions it within a global context, where financial institutions are increasingly held accountable for their environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,481,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,986,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,700,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Prudential plc 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.
