Asa
Asa International, commonly referred to as Asa, is a leading microfinance institution headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 2007, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, primarily across Asia and Africa, focusing on empowering underserved communities through financial inclusion. Specialising in microloans and financial services, Asa distinguishes itself with innovative products tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its portfolio and enhancing its service delivery, which has solidified its position in the competitive microfinance sector. With a commitment to social impact and sustainable development, Asa International has garnered recognition for its contributions to poverty alleviation and economic empowerment, making it a notable player in the global microfinance landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Asa'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Asa's score of 28 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Asa's reported carbon emissions
Asa's carbon emissions data reveals significant figures for the years 2021 to 2023. In 2023, the total emissions reached approximately 778,253,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 24,964,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 191,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 contribution of around 753,098,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions were about 720,101,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 56,675,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 177,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions contributing about 66,777,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 data shows total emissions of 85,387,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 171,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with no reported Scope 3 emissions. Despite these figures, Asa has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company operates within a context where industry standards increasingly demand transparency and accountability in emissions reporting and reduction strategies.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 85,387,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 171,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Asa is not committed to any 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.
