Unum Group, commonly referred to as Unum, is a leading provider of employee benefits headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1848, the company has established a strong presence across North America and the UK, specialising in disability, life, and critical illness insurance. Unum is renowned for its innovative approach to benefits solutions, offering unique products that cater to the diverse needs of employers and employees alike.
With a commitment to enhancing workplace wellbeing, Unum has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its customer service excellence and a robust financial standing. The company’s core offerings, such as short-term and long-term disability insurance, stand out for their comprehensive coverage and tailored support, positioning Unum as a trusted partner in the employee benefits industry.
+8 vs industry average
Unum’s score of 45 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Insurance Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Insurance Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 7% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Unum's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Unum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,634,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,933,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 18,651,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in total emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were approximately 28,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 5,823,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 7,702,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 20,540,000 kg CO2e. Unum has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no documented SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company is actively engaged in monitoring its emissions across all scopes but has not disclosed any significant reduction initiatives or pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from Unum Group, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. Unum continues to assess its carbon footprint and explore opportunities for improvement in its sustainability practices.
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Unum’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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