Osb
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Osb's score of 45 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Osb's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, OSB Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,496,850 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 2,496,850 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 172,830 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 396,950 kg CO2e. Over the years, OSB has made notable progress in reducing its carbon footprint. In 2020, total emissions were about 442,740 kg CO2e, which indicates a substantial increase in emissions by 2023. However, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which OSB joined in 2022, demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change within the financial sector. OSB's emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on reducing emissions relative to its operations, with a reported emissions intensity of 0.0249 kg CO2e per square metre of mortgage lending in 2023. The company continues to work towards its climate commitments, aiming to implement effective strategies to mitigate its environmental impact.
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Get Started| 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 | 000,000 | - | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Osb is committed to some 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.
