Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, often referred to as SMFG, is a prominent financial services institution headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2001, the company has rapidly evolved within the banking sector, primarily focusing on commercial banking, investment banking, and asset management. With a strong presence in Asia and a growing footprint in global markets, SMFG serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, corporations, and government entities. The group is renowned for its innovative financial solutions, including retail banking services, corporate financing, and wealth management. SMFG's commitment to customer-centric services and technological advancements has positioned it as a leader in the competitive financial landscape. Notable achievements include its robust capital base and consistent rankings among the top financial institutions in Japan, reflecting its stability and reliability in the industry.
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In 2024, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,594,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 1,580,502,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 14,142,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 102,742,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions from its business activities (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030. Additionally, it is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its investment and loan portfolios by 2050. In the near term, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial targets a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2026 compared to FY2021 levels. For the energy sector, the firm plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels by approximately 29% for oil and gas and by about 60% for coal by 2030, relative to 2020 levels. These initiatives reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,589,100 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 87,816,100 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Sumitomo Mitsui Financial 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.