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The Co-operators Group Limited

The Co-operators Group Limited, commonly referred to as The Co-operators, is a leading Canadian insurance and financial services provider headquartered in Guelph, Ontario. Established in 1945, the company has grown to serve clients across Canada, offering a diverse range of products and services in the insurance sector, including home, auto, and life insurance, as well as investment solutions. Renowned for its commitment to community and sustainability, The Co-operators stands out in the industry with its unique cooperative model, which prioritises member engagement and social responsibility. Over the years, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer service excellence and innovation in insurance solutions. With a strong market position, The Co-operators continues to be a trusted choice for Canadians seeking comprehensive and reliable financial protection.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The Co-operators Group Limited'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.

23

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

The Co-operators Group Limited's score of 23 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Co-operators Group Limited's reported carbon emissions

The Co-operators Group Limited, headquartered in Canada, reported a total carbon emissions of approximately 19,403,000 kg CO2e in 2014. This figure includes 4,644,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8,966,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,793,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions decreasing from about 23,353,000 kg CO2e in 2010 to 19,403,000 kg CO2e in 2014. Despite these reductions, The Co-operators Group Limited has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has reported emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. The reduction in emissions intensity per employee has also been noted, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency.

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Scope 1
5,628,000
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Scope 2
11,566,000
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Scope 3
6,064,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Co-operators Group Limited'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. The Co-operators Group Limited is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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The Co-operators Group Limited 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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