Willis Towers Watson, a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1828, the firm has evolved significantly, merging with Towers Watson in 2016 to enhance its service offerings across various sectors. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Willis Towers Watson operates primarily in the insurance, risk management, and human capital consulting industries. The company provides a diverse range of services, including employee benefits, risk management solutions, and insurance brokerage, distinguished by its data-driven approach and innovative technology. Recognised for its commitment to client success, Willis Towers Watson consistently ranks among the top firms in its field, leveraging deep industry expertise to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients.
How does Willis Towers Watson (VA)'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.
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Willis Towers Watson (VA)'s score of 91 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Willis Towers Watson (VA), headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The organisation is a current subsidiary of Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Willis Towers Watson (VA) is aligned with broader climate initiatives cascaded from its parent company. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are led by Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company. However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. The absence of concrete emissions data and reduction targets suggests that Willis Towers Watson (VA) is still in the process of establishing its climate strategy. As the organisation continues to develop its commitments, it is essential to monitor future disclosures for updates on its carbon emissions and sustainability initiatives.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,263,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 39,405,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 437,036,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Willis Towers Watson (VA)'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.
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 Towers Watson (VA) 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.