Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd
Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd., commonly known as Swiss Re, is a leading global reinsurance firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1863, Swiss Re has established itself as a pivotal player in the reinsurance industry, providing innovative solutions across various sectors, including life, health, and property and casualty insurance. With a strong presence in key markets such as Europe, North America, and Asia, Swiss Re offers a diverse range of products and services, including risk transfer, capital management, and advisory services. The company is renowned for its unique approach to risk assessment and management, leveraging advanced analytics and data-driven insights. As one of the largest reinsurers in the world, Swiss Re has achieved numerous milestones, including significant contributions to the development of the insurance industry. Its commitment to sustainability and resilience further solidifies its market position, making it a trusted partner for insurers and businesses globally.
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Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd's reported carbon emissions
Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), has reported its carbon emissions data primarily for the year 2017, with no specific emissions data available for 2018. In 2017, the company disclosed Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity amounting to approximately 10,255,000 kg CO2e globally, with regional figures including 672,2000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, 377,000 kg CO2e in Switzerland, and 254,000 kg CO2e in the United States. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd is part of a corporate family that includes Swiss Re AG, from which it inherits various climate commitments and data. This relationship indicates that any climate strategies or targets may be aligned with those set by Swiss Re AG, although specific details on reduction initiatives or targets were not provided. The company has not disclosed any significant reduction targets or achievements, nor does it appear to have specific climate pledges in place. As a current subsidiary of Swiss Re AG, it may benefit from broader corporate sustainability strategies, but further details on these initiatives are not available.
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| Scope 2 | 10,255,000 |
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Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd 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.
