Hdfc
HDFC Bank Limited, commonly referred to as HDFC, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1994, HDFC has grown to become one of the largest private sector banks in the country, with a significant presence across urban and rural regions. The bank operates primarily in the banking and financial services industry, offering a diverse range of products including retail banking, wholesale banking, and treasury operations. HDFC Bank is renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions and customer-centric approach, which have set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on technology, the bank has achieved numerous accolades, including being consistently ranked among the top banks in India for customer satisfaction and service quality. Its commitment to excellence and robust financial performance solidifies HDFC's position as a trusted leader in the Indian banking sector.
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Hdfc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HDFC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,856,590 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 3,981,440 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,903,120 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,972,030 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 21,817,510 kg CO2e. HDFC's emissions profile indicates a significant reliance on purchased electricity, contributing approximately 11,314,070 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions in 2023. The bank has also disclosed emissions from business travel, employee commuting, and waste generated in operations under Scope 3, highlighting its comprehensive approach to tracking carbon outputs. Despite the increase in emissions, HDFC has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The bank's emissions intensity, measured as combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions per unit of revenue, reflects its operational efficiency in relation to its financial performance. Overall, HDFC's emissions data underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to reduce its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 408,400,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 26,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Hdfc 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.
