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Avon Pension Fund

Avon Pension Fund, a prominent pension scheme based in Great Britain, serves the local government and public sector employees across the Avon region. Established in 1974, the fund has evolved significantly, adapting to the changing landscape of pension management while prioritising the financial security of its members. Specialising in the administration of pension benefits, Avon Pension Fund offers a range of services including investment management, retirement planning, and member support. Its commitment to sustainable investment practices sets it apart in the industry, reflecting a dedication to both financial performance and social responsibility. With a strong market position, Avon Pension Fund has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its innovative approach to pension fund management. As it continues to grow, the fund remains focused on delivering value and security to its members, ensuring a stable financial future for public sector employees in the region.

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27

Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Avon Pension Fund's score of 27 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Avon Pension Fund's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Avon Pension Fund reported total carbon emissions of approximately 81,279,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 75,572,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 66,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 130,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically related to purchased goods and services. This represents a reduction from 2021, where total emissions were about 86,755,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 86,755,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 100,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 41,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a significant decrease in emissions from 2019, where total emissions were approximately 139,389,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 139,256,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 133,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 79,000 kg CO2e. This trend highlights Avon Pension Fund's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint over the years. Despite the positive trend in emissions reduction, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Avon Pension Fund. The organisation continues to monitor and report its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.

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Scope 1
139,256,000
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133,000
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79,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Avon Pension Fund's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Avon Pension Fund is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Avon Pension Fund 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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