PZU Sustainability Profile
PZU, or Powszechny Zakład Ubezpieczeń, is a leading insurance and financial services provider headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. Established in 1803, PZU has evolved into a cornerstone of the Polish insurance market, with a significant presence across Central and Eastern Europe. The company operates primarily in the insurance sector, offering a diverse range of products including life, health, and property insurance, as well as asset management services. PZU is renowned for its innovative approach to risk management and customer service, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, it is one of the largest insurers in Poland, boasting a robust portfolio and a commitment to sustainability. Over the years, PZU has achieved numerous milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in financial security.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
PZU's score of 17 is lower than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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PZU's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, PZU reported total carbon emissions of approximately 745,850 kg CO2e, which included 147,960 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,750 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 581,490 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed emissions data for 2023, but it has provided emissions intensity metrics, such as 2,610 kg CO2e per employee and 0.00022 kg CO2e per PLN million of consolidated assets. PZU has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of reduction commitments indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are derived directly from PZU's disclosures.
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| Scope 1 | 147,960 |
| Scope 2 | 16,750 |
| Scope 3 | 581,490 |
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PZU's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
PZU 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.
