Tower
Tower Insurance, commonly referred to as Tower, is a prominent insurance provider headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1869, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the insurance industry, including its transition to a publicly listed entity. Tower primarily operates in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, offering a comprehensive range of insurance products, including home, contents, and motor vehicle insurance. What sets Tower apart is its commitment to customer-centric solutions and innovative digital services, ensuring a seamless experience for policyholders. With a strong market position, Tower has garnered recognition for its reliability and responsiveness, making it a trusted choice for many New Zealanders. The company continues to adapt to changing market dynamics, reinforcing its status as a leader in the insurance sector.
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Tower's score of 39 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Tower's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tower Limited, headquartered in New Zealand, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 477,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 165,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 177,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set a science-based reduction target of 21% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming to achieve this reduction by 2025, using 2020 as the base year. This target translates to a reduction of about 115 kg CO2e from the 2020 baseline of 551 kg CO2e. In 2022, Tower's emissions were slightly higher, totalling approximately 617,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 126,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 191,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint through these science-based targets, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and climate action. Tower's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the reported figures are solely from its own operations. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 169,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 180,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 202,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Tower 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.
