Folksam
Folksam, officially known as Folksam Group, is a prominent insurance and financial services provider headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1908, the company has evolved into a leading player in the Nordic insurance market, with a strong presence across Sweden and Finland. Specialising in life insurance, property insurance, and pension savings, Folksam is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company’s unique approach combines comprehensive coverage with a focus on ethical investments, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. With a robust market position, Folksam has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest mutual insurance companies in Sweden. Its dedication to social responsibility and innovation continues to drive its success in the insurance industry.
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Folksam's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Folksam reported total carbon emissions of approximately 745,734,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 233,000 kg CO2e, including fugitive emissions of approximately 67,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 249,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Folksam's total emissions were approximately 727,937,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in overall emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 showed Scope 1 emissions at about 230,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 232,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 727,937,000 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented for 2023, Folksam's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its comprehensive emissions reporting across all three scopes. The absence of cascaded data indicates that these figures are independently reported by Folksam AB, without influence from a parent organisation. Overall, Folksam's emissions profile highlights the importance of focusing on Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint, as they continue to navigate their climate commitments in the insurance sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 654,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 671,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,575,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Folksam 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.
