Willis
Willis Towers Watson, commonly referred to as Willis, is a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1828, Willis 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 approach combines data analytics with industry expertise, allowing clients to navigate complex challenges effectively. Recognised for its innovative solutions, the company has achieved a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top firms in the insurance and risk management industry. With a commitment to delivering tailored services, Willis Towers Watson continues to set benchmarks in client satisfaction and operational excellence.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Willis's score of 55 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Willis's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Willis Towers Watson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 384,131,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10,265,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 19,624,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 354,242,000 kg CO2e, with business travel and purchased goods and services contributing notably to these figures. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, Willis Towers Watson has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in alignment with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). This overarching 'carbon journey plan' reflects their long-term strategy to manage climate change risks effectively. In 2022, the total emissions were reported at approximately 344,575,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase from the previous year. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability across its operations, with a focus on both immediate and long-term targets.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,434,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,142,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 473,297,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Willis is not participating in any 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.
