Unum Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Unum Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 35.1K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 5.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 8.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 20.5K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
35.1K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
37.5K kgal/year
2023
Waste
892 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
38.5K MWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 5.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 8.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 20.5K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 35.1K tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 29.7K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 2.2% reduction in scope 1 & 2 emissions since 2022
- 36% reduction in total waste generated since 2019
- 6% reduction in energy consumption in 2023 compared to 2022
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce scope 1 & 2 (location-based) emissions by 3% each year
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Responsible InvestmentsInclusive Products and ServicesReduce Environmental Impact