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The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, commonly known as HSBC, is a leading global banking and financial services organisation headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1865, HSBC has established a strong presence across Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa, making it one of the world's largest banking institutions. HSBC operates primarily in the banking industry, offering a diverse range of services including retail banking, wealth management, commercial banking, and global banking and markets. Its unique approach combines local expertise with global reach, catering to millions of customers worldwide. Notable achievements include its pivotal role in facilitating international trade and investment, solidifying its position as a trusted financial partner. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, HSBC continues to adapt to the evolving financial landscape, maintaining its status as a key player in the global banking sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited'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.

32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited's score of 32 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited's reported carbon emissions

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC), headquartered in Hong Kong, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no figures are available. Consequently, there are no reported emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3, nor are there documented reduction targets or initiatives at this time. Despite the absence of concrete emissions data, HSBC has made commitments to address climate change and reduce its carbon footprint. The bank is expected to align its operations with industry standards and best practices in sustainability, although specific details regarding their climate pledges or reduction targets are not disclosed. As a major financial institution, HSBC's approach to climate commitments is crucial in the context of global efforts to mitigate climate change. The bank's future initiatives may include setting science-based targets and participating in global climate agreements, reflecting a growing trend among financial institutions to prioritise environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), 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 The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited 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
Reduction Actions

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