Willis Sustainability Profile
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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How does Willis's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Insurance 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.
Industry Benchmark
Willis's score of 76 is higher than 86% 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 2024, Willis Towers Watson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 349,219,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10,492,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 17,294,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 321,433,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, emissions were higher at about 399,431,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 9,826,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 18,137,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 371,468,000 kg CO2e. Willis Towers Watson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in alignment with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). They have also committed to reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. This commitment reflects their long-term strategy to manage climate change risks effectively. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent organization, Willis Towers Watson Securities Europe Limited, which provides a comprehensive view of their carbon footprint and climate initiatives. The company is actively working towards achieving these targets while maintaining transparency in their emissions reporting.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,263,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 39,405,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 437,036,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Willis's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Willis's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Willis's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Willis has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
