Scottish Friendly
Scottish Friendly, officially known as Scottish Friendly Assurance Society Limited, is a prominent mutual insurance and investment provider headquartered in Glasgow, GB. Established in 1862, the company has a rich history of serving customers across the UK, focusing on areas such as life insurance, savings, and investment products. With a commitment to helping individuals and families secure their financial futures, Scottish Friendly offers a range of unique products, including tax-efficient ISAs and innovative investment plans. The company is recognised for its customer-centric approach and competitive offerings, positioning itself as a trusted name in the financial services industry. Over the years, Scottish Friendly has achieved significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the mutual sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Scottish Friendly's score of 19 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Scottish Friendly's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Scottish Friendly reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,570 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from 180,430 kg CO2e in 2022 and 215,960 kg CO2e in 2021. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes about 63,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1, primarily from stationary combustion, and approximately 1,980 kg CO2e from Scope 2, with a location-based total of about 49,090 kg CO2e. Scottish Friendly has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a notable decrease in emissions over the past two years. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. The company’s ongoing efforts reflect a growing awareness of climate impact within the financial services sector in Great Britain.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 107,800 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,600 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Scottish Friendly 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.
