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Al Baraka Bank Sustainability Profile

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Al Baraka Bank, officially known as Al Baraka Banking Group, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Turkey (TR). Established in 1984, the bank has grown to become a key player in the Islamic banking sector, with a strong presence in various regions, including the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. Specialising in Sharia-compliant financial services, Al Baraka Bank offers a diverse range of products, including retail banking, corporate financing, and investment services. Its unique approach to ethical banking sets it apart in the industry, catering to clients seeking financial solutions aligned with Islamic principles. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Al Baraka Bank has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of Islamic banking services.

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32

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Al Baraka Bank's score of 32 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

54%

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Al Baraka Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Al Baraka Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,453,260 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 4,146,560 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 2,306,700 kg CO2e, which included employee commuting at about 765,280 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services at approximately 60,880 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were not reported for this year. The bank's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Al Baraka Group B.S.C., reflecting a corporate family relationship. This data indicates a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been established. In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 10,071,000 kg CO2e, highlighting a potential decrease in emissions in 2023. The bank's emissions profile demonstrates a focus on understanding and managing its carbon footprint, particularly in the context of its operational activities and supply chain impacts. Al Baraka Bank's climate commitments remain vague, with no documented reduction initiatives or targets currently available. The bank's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions suggest a foundational step towards future climate action and sustainability goals.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
3,844,990
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 2
7,964,880
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Al Baraka Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Al Baraka Bank's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Al Baraka Bank's Location?

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Very high
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 Al Baraka Bank is in TR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Al Baraka Bank's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Al Baraka Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 47% last year and increased by approximately 47% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 45% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Employee Commuting
75%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Purchased Goods and Services
5%

Al Baraka Bank'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.

Al Baraka Bank 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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