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Verisk Analytics

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Verisk Analytics, a leading data analytics and risk assessment firm, is headquartered in the United States and operates across major regions globally. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself within the insurance, energy, and environmental sectors, providing critical insights that drive informed decision-making. Verisk's core offerings include advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and risk management solutions, which are distinguished by their accuracy and depth of data. Notable products such as AIR Worldwide and Wood Mackenzie exemplify the company's commitment to innovation and excellence. With a strong market position, Verisk Analytics is recognised for its contributions to enhancing operational efficiency and risk mitigation strategies, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the analytics industry.

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64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Verisk Analytics's score of 64 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Verisk Analytics's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Verisk Analytics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,514,000 kg CO2e. This includes 2,332,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 406,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 3,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel (3,620,000 kg CO2e). The company's emissions for 2022 were slightly lower at about 6,220,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,595,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 3,212,000 kg CO2e. Verisk has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 58.8% by 2034 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by the same percentage, while targeting a 63.8% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. Verisk has already exceeded its internal targets for reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21% by 2024 compared to a 2019 baseline. The long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, ensuring that Verisk's targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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3,800,100
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Scope 2
12,496,100
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Scope 3
7,735,600
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000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Verisk Analytics's primary industry is Research and development services (73), 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. This request for Verisk Analytics is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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