Barclaycard
Barclaycard, a prominent division of Barclays PLC, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe and the United States. Founded in 1966, Barclaycard was a pioneer in the credit card industry, introducing the UK’s first credit card. The company has since evolved, offering a diverse range of financial services, including credit cards, payment solutions, and digital banking innovations. Barclaycard stands out for its commitment to customer-centric services, featuring unique offerings such as contactless payments and tailored rewards programmes. With a strong market position, it is recognised for its technological advancements and robust security measures, ensuring a seamless payment experience. As a leader in the financial services sector, Barclaycard continues to shape the future of payments while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction and innovation.
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Barclaycard's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Barclaycard reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, reflecting a significant reduction from 16,900,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has achieved a remarkable 91% reduction in market-based Scope 1 and 2 emissions against a 2018 baseline by 2022. For location-based emissions, the reduction was 43% over the same period. In the UK, Barclaycard's total emissions for 2023 were about 91,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions contributing significantly, including 15,300,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 18,100,000 kg CO2e from upstream leased assets. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by the end of 2025, compared to the 2018 baseline. Barclaycard has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with interim targets of a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Their operations have been carbon neutral since 2020, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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