Sun Life
Sun Life Financial Inc., commonly known as Sun Life, is a leading international financial services company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1865, Sun Life has grown to become a prominent player in the insurance and asset management sectors, with significant operations across North America, Asia, and the UK. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including life insurance, health insurance, and investment solutions, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative offerings. Sun Life's commitment to financial wellness and sustainability has earned it a strong market position, recognised for its robust financial performance and dedication to community initiatives. With over 150 years of experience, Sun Life continues to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
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How does Sun Life'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sun Life's score of 71 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sun Life's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sun Life reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,031,685,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 45,601,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 40,589,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 15,950,347,000 kg CO2e. This includes emissions from investments (about 15,872,412,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 16,664,000 kg CO2e). Sun Life has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its operations by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 for both its investments and operations. These targets reflect a long-term commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action. The company’s reduction initiatives include a specific target to reduce operational Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2035, also from a 2019 base year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance environmental performance and mitigate climate impact. Sun Life's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that their reported figures and commitments are independently derived. The company continues to implement strategies to support its climate goals, including the development of all-electric net-zero carbon buildings in Ontario, Canada.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,403,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Sun Life 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.
