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Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch)

Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd, commonly known as Swiss Re, operates its Australian branch from its headquarters in Sydney. Established in 1863, Swiss Re has grown to become a leading player in the reinsurance industry, providing innovative solutions across various sectors, including life, health, and property and casualty insurance. With a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, Swiss Re is renowned for its comprehensive range of products and services, including risk management, underwriting, and actuarial consulting. The company’s commitment to leveraging advanced analytics and technology sets it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its financial strength and stability, Swiss Re consistently ranks among the top global reinsurers, making significant contributions to the insurance landscape in Australia and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch)'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch)'s score of 14 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch)'s reported carbon emissions

Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch) currently does not have available carbon emissions data, as no specific emissions figures have been reported. Consequently, there are no documented reduction targets or climate commitments outlined in their initiatives. In the context of the reinsurance industry, companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and climate resilience. While Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch) has not disclosed specific targets or commitments, the industry as a whole is moving towards greater transparency and accountability in carbon emissions management. As the climate landscape evolves, it is anticipated that Swiss Reinsurance Co. will align with industry standards and best practices to address climate change and reduce their carbon footprint in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch)'s primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch) is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Swiss Reinsurance Co. (Australian Branch) is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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