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John Hancock

John Hancock Financial Services, commonly referred to as John Hancock, is a prominent player in the financial services industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1862, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its evolution into a leading provider of life insurance, investment management, and retirement solutions. With a strong presence across major operational regions in North America, John Hancock is renowned for its innovative products, such as variable life insurance and mutual funds, which cater to diverse client needs. The firm distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer-centric solutions and a robust digital platform that enhances user experience. As a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation, John Hancock holds a notable market position, consistently recognised for its financial strength and customer service excellence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does John Hancock'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

John Hancock's score of 23 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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John Hancock's reported carbon emissions

John Hancock, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets outlined in their climate commitments. Without concrete figures or defined initiatives, it is challenging to assess their current impact on carbon emissions or their strategic approach to climate change. However, as a significant player in the financial services industry, John Hancock is expected to align with industry standards and best practices regarding sustainability and climate action. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. John Hancock's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for John Hancock is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

John Hancock 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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