Bank of America Corporation, commonly referred to as Bank of America, is a leading financial institution headquartered in the United States. Established in 1904, the bank has evolved into a global powerhouse, primarily serving clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. Operating within the banking and financial services industry, Bank of America offers a diverse range of products, including personal banking, investment services, and wealth management. Renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions, Bank of America stands out with its user-friendly mobile app and extensive ATM network. The bank has consistently maintained a strong market position, being one of the largest banks in the US by assets. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, Bank of America has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner.
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Bank Of America's score of 45 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Bank of America reported its carbon emissions, detailing Scope 1 emissions of approximately 68,050,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 61,001,300 kg CO2e (market-based). The bank has set a significant commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its financing activities, operations, and supply chain by 2050, aligning with the Paris Climate Agreement. This long-term goal reflects the bank's dedication to sustainability and climate action. The bank's emissions data indicates a comprehensive approach, as it discloses emissions across all three scopes. In 2022, for instance, it reported Scope 1 emissions of around 62,596,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 595,066,000 kg CO2e (location-based). This transparency underscores Bank of America's commitment to addressing its environmental impact. Overall, Bank of America's climate commitments and emissions data demonstrate a proactive stance in tackling climate change, aiming for substantial reductions in its carbon footprint while supporting global sustainability efforts.
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2010 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 106,870,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,644,068,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,450,834,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Bank Of America is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.