ANZ Bank, officially known as Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1835, ANZ has grown to become one of the largest banks in the Asia-Pacific region, with significant operations across Australia, New Zealand, and various international markets. Specialising in retail, commercial, and institutional banking, ANZ offers a diverse range of core products and services, including personal banking, business loans, and wealth management solutions. The bank is recognised for its commitment to innovation and customer service, making it a trusted choice for millions. With a strong market position, ANZ has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to sustainable banking practices and community engagement.
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In 2024, ANZ Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,638,000 kg CO2e for Australia and about 3,351,000 kg CO2e for New Zealand, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Globally, the bank's emissions included 5,958,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 36,076,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 68,845,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. ANZ has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 24% by 2025 and by 35% by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Additionally, the bank is committed to achieving a 60% reduction in emissions intensity for large-scale office buildings and shopping centres by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, ANZ supports the Paris Agreement's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The bank's emissions data is sourced from ANZ Group Holdings Limited, ensuring a comprehensive view of its climate impact and commitments.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,611,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 194,666,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 66,981,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Anz Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 3% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 32% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Anz Bank has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

