Scottish Friendly, officially known as Scottish Friendly Assurance Society Limited, is a prominent mutual insurance and investment provider headquartered in Glasgow, GB. Established in 1862, the company has a rich history of serving customers across the UK, focusing on areas such as life insurance, savings, and investment products. With a commitment to helping individuals and families secure their financial futures, Scottish Friendly offers a range of unique products, including tax-efficient ISAs and innovative investment plans. The company is recognised for its customer-centric approach and competitive offerings, positioning itself as a trusted name in the financial services industry. Over the years, Scottish Friendly has achieved significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the mutual sector.
How does Scottish Friendly's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Scottish Friendly's score of 31 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Scottish Friendly reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,550 kg CO2e, comprising 63,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,980 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 137,010 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 43,430 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 93,580 kg CO2e. Scottish Friendly has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations. The organisation has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Scottish Friendly's emissions data reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a notable decrease in emissions from 2022 to 2023.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 107,800 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,600 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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.
Scottish Friendly 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.

