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Financial Intermediation
CA
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Access Holdings PLC Sustainability Profile

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Access Holdings PLC, commonly known as Access Bank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in California. Established in 2002, the bank has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Africa and the UK, positioning itself as a key player in the banking industry. Specialising in retail and corporate banking, Access Bank offers a diverse range of services, including loans, investment solutions, and digital banking platforms. What sets Access Bank apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions, ensuring a seamless banking experience. With a strong market presence, Access Bank has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service delivery and sustainability initiatives. As a forward-thinking institution, Access Holdings PLC continues to redefine banking standards while fostering economic growth in the communities it serves.

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How does Access Holdings PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Access Holdings PLC's score of 36 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Access Holdings PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Access Holdings PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,599,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 57,068,540 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 14,221,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 53,574,000 kg CO2e. The data is cascaded from its parent company, Access Bank PLC, reflecting the broader corporate family's environmental impact. Access Holdings has set ambitious targets to halve its emissions by 2027, focusing on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment underscores the company's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The reduction target represents a significant effort to mitigate their carbon footprint and contribute to global climate goals. Overall, Access Holdings PLC is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate commitments within the financial services sector.

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2022
Scope 1
57,068,540
Scope 2
14,221,600
Scope 3
53,574,000

How Carbon Intensive is Access Holdings PLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Access Holdings PLC's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Access Holdings PLC's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Access Holdings PLC is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Access Holdings PLC's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Access Holdings PLC has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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