Unum
Unum Group, commonly referred to as Unum, is a leading provider of employee benefits headquartered in the United States. Established in 1848, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the insurance industry, particularly in the realms of disability, life, and supplemental health insurance. With a strong presence across North America and the UK, Unum offers a range of core products, including long-term disability insurance and critical illness coverage, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative solutions. Recognised for its commitment to enhancing employee well-being, Unum has solidified its market position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking comprehensive benefits solutions. The company’s dedication to service excellence and community support further underscores its reputation as a leader in the employee benefits sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Unum's score of 30 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Unum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Unum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,556,000 kg CO2e in the US and about 20,540,000 kg CO2e globally. The emissions breakdown for the US included 5,608,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,437,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 19,556,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Globally, Scope 1 emissions were 5,823,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled 7,702,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached 20,540,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Unum's emissions in the US were approximately 27,379,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing 5,582,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 7,220,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 17,969,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Unum has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,686,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,342,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 33,490,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Unum 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.
