April, officially known as April Group, is a prominent player in the insurance and risk management industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1988, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America and Asia. April Group is renowned for its innovative insurance solutions, particularly in the fields of health, travel, and property insurance. With a commitment to customer-centric services, April distinguishes itself through tailored insurance products that cater to diverse client needs. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its global footprint and enhancing its digital service offerings. Recognised for its expertise and reliability, April Group continues to solidify its market position as a trusted provider of comprehensive insurance solutions.
How does April'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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In 2024, APRIL's total carbon emissions reached approximately 4,968,870,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 11,210,627,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,122,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 5,029,110,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes capital goods (295,652,000 kg CO2e), business travel (3,386,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (8,568,000 kg CO2e), and processing of sold products (2,202,904,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the total emissions were about 5,069,908,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 8,079,104,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 385,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 5,103,147,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. APRIL has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease product carbon emissions intensity by 25% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline of 0.62 tCO2e per tonne of product processed. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing overall carbon footprint. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, Asia Pacific Resources International Holdings Ltd, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences APRIL's sustainability reporting and targets.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,480,472,740 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
April's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 3% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 29% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 47% 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.
April 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.
