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Towers Watson Sustainability Profile

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Towers Watson, officially known as Willis Towers Watson, is a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1828, the firm has evolved significantly, merging with Towers Watson in 2016 to enhance its service offerings across various sectors. Operating in over 140 countries, Willis Towers Watson excels in risk management, insurance brokerage, and human capital consulting. Their unique blend of data analytics and industry expertise allows them to deliver tailored solutions that address complex client challenges. Recognised for its innovative approach, the company has consistently maintained a strong market position, serving a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations and government entities. With a commitment to driving results through strategic insights, Willis Towers Watson remains a trusted partner in navigating the complexities of today’s business landscape.

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88

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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.

33

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Towers Watson's score of 88 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Towers Watson's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Towers Watson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 349,219,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,492,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 17,294,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 321,433,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 399,431,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 9,826,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 18,137,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 371,468,000 kg CO2e. Towers Watson has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its operations by 2050, with an interim target of a 50% reduction in absolute emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions. Specifically, the company aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector. Towers Watson's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint demonstrates its dedication to addressing climate change and promoting environmental responsibility.

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2019202220232024
Scope 1
14,263,000
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Scope 2
39,405,000
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Scope 3
437,036,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Towers Watson's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Towers Watson's primary industry is Insurance Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Towers Watson's Location?

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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. This request for Towers Watson is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Towers Watson's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Towers Watson's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
63%
Business Travel
19%
Employee Commuting
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Capital Goods
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Towers Watson's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Towers Watson has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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