UnipolSai Assicurazioni
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Governance
- Customer centricity
- Fair and responsible business competition
- Development of human capital
- Product and service innovation
- Data protection and leveraging
- Actions for adaptation to and mitigation of climate change
- Farsightedness in responsible capital and remuneration management
- Relations with the agency
- Sharing of a common corporate culture
- Contribution to sustainable development in the various spheres of influence
- Development of partnerships with public and private players
- Financial inclusion and financial education
- Diversity management
Environmental Achievements
- Overall reduction in CO2 emissions of 4.4% on a like-for-like basis compared with 2018
- 100% of electricity supplies in Italy from renewable sources since 2015
- UNA Group obtained certification as a 100% green company in terms of energy consumption
Social Achievements
- Increased penetration for products with a social and environmental impact in the overall insurance portfolio to 25.5%
- Improved customer satisfaction index (CSI) in the MV sector by +0.5 p.p. compared with market standard
- Increased number of insurance customers by 5% compared with 2018 to 16.1 million
- Implemented a new anti-fraud engine using AI and predictive learning
- Reduced number of IVASS complaints by 6% compared with the previous year
Governance Achievements
- Percentage of independent BoD members: 65%
- Percentage of women on BoD: 35%
- Updated Risk Management Policy to include ESG risks
- Implemented the SRI Investment Policy
- Established the ESG Task Force
Climate Goals & Targets
- Increase alternative investments with a positive impact on the SDGs by 84% over three years (2019-2021)
Environmental Challenges
- Increased technical risk due to the rise in frequency and severity of claims as a result of climate change
- Competition in the insurance market
Mitigation Strategies
- Launched a specific project ("Atmospheric Events") to equip the Group with tools to support product development and the underwriting process
- Adjusted the reinsurance strategy to account for emerging risks
- Streamlined and consolidated the agency network to optimize nationwide coverage
- Integrated ESG risks into the Underwriting Policies, Investment Policy, and Outsourcing and Supplier Selection Policy
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 38% of overall costs paid to suppliers enrolled in the Register
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- ESG risk management system
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Adverse atmospheric events
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- Investment in renewable energy
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI (GRI Referenced approach)
Certifications: ISO 50001, ISO 9001:2015 (UNICA), ISO 14001 (Marina di Loano)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3
- Goal 8
- Goal 11
The 2019-2021 Strategic Plan integrates the creation of shared value and the contribution to sustainable development, based on the conviction that the opportunities and well-being of customers and people are essential conditions for the Group’s capacity to develop the market and ensure sustainable success. The SDGs identified as priorities are Goal 3 “Good Health and Well-being”, Goal 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth” and Goal 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- KM&Servizi (mileage-based pricing)
- Qshino By UnipolSai (child safety alert)
- Energia Sole (renewable energy insurance)
- Pronta Ripresa (disaster recovery)
- Third-Sector policy
Awards & Recognition
- CIONET award for use of ICT to support the agency network
- Best Agency Network award at the Insurance Year and Le Fonti Awards 2019
- Marina Excellence 24 Plus, “5 Timoni” and “50 Gold” certification from Rina (Marina di Loano)
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Certification (UNICA)
- HRC Best Practice Awards – Digital Learning (UNICA)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Customer Protection
- Employee Development
- Community Engagement
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Sustainable Investments
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions per employee (location based) to 3.2 tons from 3.94 tons in 2019.
- 100% of electricity supply in Italy from renewable sources since 2015.
- Reduced electricity consumption to power and cool IT equipment by roughly 36,663 MWh/Year, avoiding around 11,825 tonnes of CO2.
- Achieved BREEAM IN USE Excellent certification for three Group properties in Milan.
Social Achievements
- Launched COVID-19 Telemedicine Service, providing 24/7 free service to health insurance policyholders.
- Opened a new surgical diagnostics center under the DYADEA brand.
- Launched #UnMesePerTe initiative, providing customers with a one-month premium discount.
- Extended premium payment deadlines for Non-Life and Life policies.
- Offered free COVID-19 healthcare coverage to 10 million customers (#UniSalutePerTe).
Governance Achievements
- Updated Sustainability Policy in early 2021, formalizing commitment to integrating social and environmental needs into strategic planning.
- Integrated ESG risks into Underwriting Policies, Investment Policy, and Supplier Selection Policy.
- Improved RepTrak® reputational index to 73.62 (from 73.62 in 2019).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero emissions
- Achieve climate neutrality in investment portfolio by 2030.
- Increase penetration of products with social and environmental impact to 30% by end of 2021.
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted commercial activity and claims.
- Climate change-related risks, including increased frequency and severity of claims from atmospheric events.
- Need to further reduce climate impacts of the investment portfolio.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented various initiatives to support customers during the pandemic (e.g., premium discounts, extended payment deadlines).
- Developed predictive climate risk models for companies to boost resilience.
- Launched the “Atmospheric Events” Project to equip the Group with tools to manage climate change-related risks.
- Increased investments in sustainable initiatives and engagement with investees to achieve climate neutrality in the portfolio by 2030.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 18.3% of total costs paid to suppliers enrolled in the Supplier Register.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- ESG risk assessment for suppliers
- #unamanoaifornitori campaign for prompt payments to SMEs
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- Investment in renewable energy
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI G4
Certifications: ISO 50001, ISO 14001 (Marina di Loano), ISO 27001 (AdES service)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3: Good health and well-being
- Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
- Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and investments in health, employee well-being, sustainable mobility, and community development.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- UnipolSai TCM KeyPlayer insurance product
- UnipolSai Salute&Prevenzione healthcare product
- KM&Servizi product with mileage-based pricing
- Energia Sole product for businesses generating renewable energy
Awards & Recognition
- UnipolSai app ranked best in the insurance market by the Financial Observatory
- UniSalute recognized for “Best COVID-19 insurance programme”
- Marina di Loano awarded Marina Excellence 24 Plus, “5 Timoni”, and “50 Gold” certifications from Rina.
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Governance
- Climate Change
- Biodiversity
- Social
- Environmental
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions per employee by 7% (location-based criterion)
- 100% of electricity supplied in Italy from renewable sources since 2015
- 13% reduction in total annual energy consumption in ISO 50001 certified properties
Social Achievements
- Launched #UnMesePerTe initiative, providing discounts to customers
- Distributed over 829,000 SiSalute Cards providing access to healthcare services
- Developed Family Welfare Specialists network to support agencies on welfare insurance
Governance Achievements
- Updated Diversity Policy for Board of Directors and Statutory Auditors
- Implemented an antitrust compliance program in Linear
- Improved ESG risk management by establishing a due diligence approach
Climate Goals & Targets
- Complete divestment from coal by 2030
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change impacts on insurance business (increased claims from weather events)
- Decreased MV TPL premium impacting profitability
- Covid-19 pandemic affecting operations and customer interactions
Mitigation Strategies
- Strengthened conservative measurement policy for financial statement claims provisions
- Developed tools for climate risk analysis and prevention (Lorentz, SAM, Metropolis, E3CI)
- Adapted and supplemented actions and initiatives from 2020 to address ongoing pandemic impacts
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- ESG risk mapping and controls
- Green procurement initiatives
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increased frequency and severity of claims related to climate events
- Damage to Group property and assets
Transition Risks
- Decrease in value of investment portfolio due to insufficient transition to low-carbon economy
- Negative impact on reputation
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- Growth in demand for climate-related insurance products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 50001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301 (DDOR Novi Sad), ISO 14001 (Marina di Loano), ISO 45001 (Marina di Loano)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3
- Goal 8
- Goal 11
- Goal 13
- Goal 15
Initiatives contributing to good health and well-being, decent work and economic growth, sustainable cities and communities, climate action, and life on land.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Unibox Safe electronic device
- Linear Drive&Save App
- Products promoting social and environmental value (€2,712 million in premiums)
Awards & Recognition
- UniSalute's Covid-19 program honored at Health & Medmal Insurance Awards
- ACuore and Ingegno win Future Bancassurance Awards
- Unibox Safe awarded in MF Innovation Award 2021
- Milano Verticale | UNA Esperienze awarded Best business hotel for business travellers
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Governance
- Environmental
- Social
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by -46.3% compared to 2019 baseline (market-based approach).
- Increased penetration of products with social and environmental impact to 27.1% of total direct premiums.
Social Achievements
- Launched Genitori & Figli (Parents & Children) package of services.
- Launched BeReBel Motor Vehicles product with CO2 offsetting option.
- Increased accessibility of care opportunities with UniSalute Over65 policy.
Governance Achievements
- Established Appointments, Governance and Sustainability Committee.
- Implemented Antitrust Compliance Programme.
- Updated Organisation and Management Model (OMM).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030.
- Increase products with social and environmental value to 30% by 2024.
Environmental Challenges
- Increased technical and credit risk due to climate change impacts.
- Supply chain disruptions.
- Cyber risk due to increasing digitalisation.
Mitigation Strategies
- Unipol Group strategy on climate change.
- Risk management policy.
- Information security policy.
- Group Policy on data governance.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 57% of expenditure on registered suppliers with Supplier Code of Conduct.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- ESG performance assessment
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increased frequency and severity of claims related to climate events (floods, storms).
- Damage to Group property and assets.
Transition Risks
- Decrease in value of investment portfolio due to companies not meeting transition targets.
- Increased underwriting risk related to policyholders in carbon-intensive sectors.
Opportunities
- Development of climate change adaptation products and services.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (GRI-Referenced approach), TCFD Recommendations
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3
- Goal 8
- Goal 11
- Goal 12
- Goal 13
Initiatives aligned with SDGs 3 (Good health and well-being), 8 (Decent work and economic growth), 11 (Sustainable cities and communities), 12 (Responsible consumption and production), and 13 (Climate action).
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- UnipolSai Energia
- BeReBel Motor Vehicles
- UnipolSai Scudo Cyber