Zhongan
Zhongan, officially known as ZhongAn Online P&C Insurance Co., Ltd., is a pioneering insurtech company headquartered in Shanghai, China. Founded in 2013, it has rapidly established itself as a leader in the insurance industry, particularly in digital insurance solutions. The company operates primarily in China, with significant influence in the Asia-Pacific region. Specialising in online property and casualty insurance, Zhongan offers a range of innovative products, including health, travel, and auto insurance. Its unique approach leverages big data and artificial intelligence to enhance customer experience and streamline claims processing. Recognised for its technological advancements, Zhongan became the first online-only insurer to be listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2017, solidifying its market position and commitment to transforming the insurance landscape.
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How does Zhongan'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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Industry Benchmark
Zhongan's score of 35 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zhongan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Zhongan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 367,350 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 57,610 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 279,020 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 30,720 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from about 1,016,770 kg CO2e in 2020 and 313,830 kg CO2e in 2022. The company's emissions profile shows a consistent effort to lower its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which have decreased from 912,270 kg CO2e in 2019 to 279,020 kg CO2e in 2023. However, Zhongan has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Overall, Zhongan's emissions data reflects a positive trend towards reducing its environmental impact, although further commitments and strategies would enhance its climate action profile.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 114,420 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 912,270 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 629,910 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Zhongan is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
