Osb, officially known as OSB Group, is a prominent financial services provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2011, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on the specialist lending and savings sectors. With a strong operational presence across the UK, Osb has made significant strides in the mortgage market, particularly in buy-to-let and residential lending. The company offers a range of unique products, including tailored mortgage solutions and competitive savings accounts, designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Osb's commitment to innovation and customer service has positioned it as a key player in the financial industry, earning recognition for its robust growth and customer-centric approach. With a focus on sustainable practices, Osb continues to enhance its market position while delivering value to its stakeholders.
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In 2023, OSB Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,500,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 171,440 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,390 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and about 2,496,850 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 1 emissions primarily stem from stationary combustion (157,100 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (14,340 kg CO2e). For Scope 2, all emissions were attributed to purchased electricity. The significant contribution to total emissions came from Scope 3, particularly from employee commuting (2,021,060 kg CO2e) and investments (317,479,240 kg CO2e). OSB Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with industry standards. Additionally, the company is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to achieving net zero across all scopes by 2050. In summary, OSB Group is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, with clear targets for the near and long term, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the financial sector.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 951,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 0,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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