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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Willis's score of 50 is higher than 96% 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 10,265,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 19,624,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 354,242,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses significant contributions from business travel and purchased goods and services. The company has made substantial climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This goal aligns with the Science Based Targets Initiative and includes an interim target of at least a 50% reduction in total emissions by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. Specifically, Willis Towers Watson is targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 2030, alongside a commitment to double its allocation to climate solutions. In previous years, emissions were reported as follows: in 2022, total emissions were approximately 344,575,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they were about 327,858,000 kg CO2e; and in 2019, total emissions reached approximately 522,873,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of decreasing emissions over the years, reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint.
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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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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.
