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Verisk Analytics

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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55

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 55 is higher than 99% 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 2022, Verisk Analytics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,220,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,594,680 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,555,140 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,204,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from about 18,858,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 4,968,000 kg CO2e in 2020. 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, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by the same percentage within the same timeframe, while also targeting a 63.8% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel per full-time equivalent (FTE). Long-term, Verisk aims for a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050, relative to the 2022 baseline. These commitments have been formalised through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing Verisk's dedication to sustainable practices 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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Industry emissions intensity

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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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Verisk Analytics is participating in some 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.

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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