Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (RGA) is a leading global provider of life and health reinsurance solutions, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1973, RGA has grown to become a prominent player in the reinsurance industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. RGA offers a diverse range of products and services, including traditional reinsurance, financial solutions, and risk management services, tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to underwriting and its commitment to leveraging data analytics to enhance decision-making processes. With a strong market position, RGA has achieved notable milestones, including consistent financial performance and a reputation for reliability and expertise in the reinsurance sector. Its dedication to client partnerships and sustainable growth continues to set RGA apart in the competitive landscape of reinsurance.
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Reinsurance Group Of America's score of 51 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Reinsurance Group of America (RGA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 422,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,478,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12,587,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 11,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 336,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,581,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 11,235,000 kg CO2e. RGA has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its global operations by the end of 2026, targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. The company aims to implement significant reductions in its operational carbon footprint, demonstrating a clear commitment to environmental responsibility. The emissions data is sourced directly from Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. RGA's climate initiatives are part of a broader industry trend towards transparency and accountability in emissions reporting and reduction strategies.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 656,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,163,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,621,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reinsurance Group Of America 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.