Unum
Unum Group, commonly referred to as Unum, is a leading provider of employee benefits headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1848, the company has established a strong presence across North America and the UK, specialising in disability, life, and critical illness insurance. Unum is renowned for its innovative approach to benefits solutions, offering unique products that cater to the diverse needs of employers and employees alike. With a commitment to enhancing workplace wellbeing, Unum has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its customer service excellence and a robust financial standing. The company’s core offerings, such as short-term and long-term disability insurance, stand out for their comprehensive coverage and tailored support, positioning Unum as a trusted partner in the employee benefits industry.
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Unum's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Unum's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 29,659,000 kg CO2e globally, with a breakdown of 6,273,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,576,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 14,810,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the US, the total emissions were about 27,379,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,582,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,083,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 13,714,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Comparatively, in 2021, Unum reported total emissions of approximately 26,510,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,022,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 9,119,000 kg CO2e. In the US, emissions for the same year were about 24,795,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 7,170,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,700,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,925,000 kg CO2e. Unum has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Unum Group, with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. Overall, Unum's emissions reflect a significant commitment to transparency in reporting, although further details on reduction strategies would enhance their climate action profile.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,719,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,422,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 33,832,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Unum 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.
